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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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Improving Access to Psychological Therapies

Capacity building program to train new therapists to deliver evidence-based psychological treatment within specialist IAPT services.
Region: 
Europe
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Psychosocial Care for Children in Conflict Areas

Multi-tiered psychosocial care package including mental health promotion, prevention and treatment
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Children and adolescents
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Pesticide Regulation for Suicide Prevention

Restricting access to agricultural pesticides that are highly toxic to humans
Region: 
Asia
Disorder: 
Self-harm/suicide
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Thinking Healthy Programme

Evidence-based intervention for perinatal depression incorporating cognitive and behavioral techniques into community health workers’ routine work
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Mental Health System Reform in Afghanistan

Mental health reform focusing on integration into primary healthcare and training health workers
Region: 
Middle East
Asia
Population: 
Humanitarian and conflict health
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Mental Health System Reform in Jordan

Mental health reform focusing on shifting attention from a humanitarian agenda to a development agenda
Region: 
Middle East
Disorder: 
All disorders
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PRIME (PRogramme for Improving Mental health carE)

Partnership to develop, implement, evaluate, and scale up district mental health care plans
Region: 
Africa
Asia
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HeartSounds Peer Support

Training service users as peer support workers to deliver at-home outpatient care
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Adults
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Community Based Rehabilitation for Severe Disorders

Community-based rehabilitation using lay workers and community groups to deliver mental health interventions
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Families and carers
Minority populations
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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Care for People with Schizophrenia in India (COPSI)

Collaborative care model using lay workers to deliver community based services for people living with schizophrenia and their caregivers
Region: 
Asia
Population: 
Families and carers
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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3 Dimensions of Care For Diabetes (3DFD)

3DFD integrates medical, psychological and social care for patients with persistent sub-optimal glycaemic control
Region: 
Europe
Population: 
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Mental Health First Aid

12-hour training courses in communities on mental health using the first aid model
Region: 
Africa
Middle East
North America
Central America and the Caribbean
Asia
Europe
Oceania
Population: 
Adults
Families and carers
Disorder: 
All disorders
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National Capacity Building Program of Ethiopia

Training for community health workers, primary care staff and all cadres of mental health specialists
Region: 
Africa
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Big White Wall

Clinically-moderated interactive digital platform accessible 24/7 to increase access, improve member experience and outcomes
Region: 
Europe
Oceania
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Chain-Free Pasung Program

A government level program consisting of reform of mental health services and educational campaigns for health workers
Region: 
Asia
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
All disorders
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TEAMcare

A comprehensive team-based model for managing diabetes, coronary heart disease and depression in primary care
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Non-communicable diseases (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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THIS WAY UP

A cognitive behaviour therapy program delivered through the internet accessed via a computer, tablet or phone
Region: 
North America
Oceania
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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SCARF Tele-psychiatry in Puddukottai (STEP)

Use of tele-psychiatry consultations by integrating tele-medicine with mobile clinics and low-cost technological solutions
Region: 
Asia
Disorder: 
All disorders
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The Kintampo Project

Training and supporting two new cadres of mental health worker to provide community-based detection, treatment, support
Region: 
Africa
Disorder: 
All disorders
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BasicNeeds Mental Health and Development Model

A five-module program model emphasizing community-oriented treatment and self-help support
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Disorder: 
All disorders
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AFFIRM (AFrica Focus on Intervention Research for Mental health)

Counseling and care by lay health workers for maternal depression and severe mental disorders
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Maternal and neonatal health
Adults
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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Peter C. Alderman Trauma Clinics

Training for lay health workers and establishment of trauma treatment systems in post-conflict settings
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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7 Cups of Tea

Peers trained as active listeners via online platform provide support by phone or web
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
Alcohol/drug use disorders
Self-harm/suicide
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Mental Health Beyond Facilities (mhBeF)

Bridging clinical and community care by integrating peer support, livelihood support and stigma reduction
Region: 
Africa
Asia
Population: 
Humanitarian and conflict health
Disorder: 
Epilepsy/seizures
Psychosis/bipolar disorder
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Khuluma Project

Facilitated and interactive support to closed groups of 10-15 HIV positive adolescents via SMS.
Region: 
Africa
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Communicable diseases (e.g. HIV/AIDS, TB)
Disorder: 
Depression/anxiety/stress-related disorders
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mh2: Mobile Health for Mental Health

Stepped framework integrating community mental health, mobile technology, and digital maps using GPS data
Region: 
Asia
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Causeway

Program which provides employment options to help persons facing mental illness and other challenges to overcome barriers to employment
Region: 
North America
Disorder: 
All disorders
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Let’s Cook Together (Le Murier)

Individualized, home-based workshops that provide knowledge and tangible skills on healthy cooking, meal planning and food hygiene
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Adults
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UNITY

Arts-based leadership training programme that supports and empowers youth to address the critical challenges facing them through positive and constructive outlets
Region: 
North America
Population: 
Children and adolescents
Disorder: 
Child behavioural and developmental disorders
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“Mieux Vivre Avec Les Voix” (Living Better with Voices)

Rehabilitation program consisting of weekly meetings, support, and awareness trainings
Region: 
North America
Disorder: 
Psychosis/bipolar disorder

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The Mental Health Innovation Network is jointly headquartered at:

The Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse

World Health Organization

20 Avenue Appia
1211 Geneva 27
Switzerland

London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

Keppel Street
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