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The database of innovations catalogues comprehensive summaries of mental health programs and research projects around the world.

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Allillanchu: integración de la salud mental en los servicios de atención primaria de salud

Distribución de tareas para la detección de trastornos mentales, a través de la tecnología y la capacitación a medida de los proveedores de la atención primaria de salud.
Region: 
South America
Population: 
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Communicable diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, TB)
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
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Community Systemic Approach (Abordagem Sistêmica Comunitária)

A methodology to strengthen communities, by addressing the bio-psycho-social-spiritual dimensions of individuals.
Region: 
South America
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Older adults
Families and carers
Minority populations
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Psychosocial Support for Syrian and Iraqi Refugees and Internally Displaced People

To develop capacities, integrate MHPSS in other sectors, foster staff-care and exchange in the Middle East.
Region: 
Middle East
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Minority populations
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disability
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Integration of mental health and psychosocial support services into primary healthcare in the Middle East

Training healthcare staff and paraprofessionals to provide mental healthcare and expand community and family supports
Region: 
Middle East
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Minority populations
Humanitarian and conflict health
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Disability
Disorder: 
All disorders
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QualityRights Lebanon

To pilot an innovative QualityRights intervention in private facilities providing mental health services.
Region: 
Middle East
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Disability
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Establishing mental health and psychosocial support services during the Ebola virus disease outbreak in Sierra Leone

A nurse-led approach within a non-specialist setting was a successful model for delivering mental health and psychosocial support services during the Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone.
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Humanitarian and conflict health
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Disorder: 
All disorders
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mhGAP Implementation in Edawu, Nigeria

mhGAP training for lay health workers in Edawu to assess and manage mental health conditions and promote mental health awareness in the community.
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Disorder: 
All disorders
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COM-GAP-S: Integrating mental health into primary care for post-conflict populations in Northern Sri Lanka

Integration of mental health services into primary care for conflict-affected populations using mhGAP 2.0.
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Adults
Older adults
Minority populations
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disability
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
Self-harm/suicide
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Facilitating Mental Health Awareness and Community Engagement in Sierra Leone

Community Mental Health Forums to increase engagement and raise mental health awareness.
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Minority populations
Disability
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Preventing Mental Illness related Stigma and Promoting Recovery in Primary Health Care in Peru

A comprehensive recovery-oriented anti-stigma intervention developed for primary health care centres in Peru.
Region: 
South America
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
Self-harm/suicide
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Humanitarian crisis and mental health reform in Lebanon

Successful establishment of a National Mental Health Programme through merging of humanitarian and development agendas
Region: 
Middle East
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Adults
Older adults
Families and carers
Minority populations
Humanitarian and conflict health
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Communicable diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, TB)
Disability
Disorder: 
All disorders
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