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As with other groups that are likely to be seen as separate and different from the “mainstream”, members of the general public often make certain assumptions about older people — without taking the time to look at each person as unique and individual. Older people who suffer with mental disabilities may, as a result, be…
SUPPORTING THE WORLD FEDERATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH Everyone deserves proper care, treatment and recovery resources for an illness. What makes mental illness different from cancer or heart disease or a physical disability? With the proper care, treatment and resources recovery is possible for everyone! We will all continue to suffer the devastating…
Eastern Mediterranean Eastern Mediterranean Regional Council (EMRC) The Regional Council has redesigned and expanded its internetsite, which can be found at www.e-wtc.com/emrc/ Egypt The EMRC/WFMH is participating in a national campaign toprevent violent behavior. It is led by the Social Work Department of theEducation Ministry. The EMRC arranged part of a training program forschool social…
By establishing and maintaining good working relationships with your local media, you will ensure that mental health issues are covered by the media with accuracy and sensitivity. In addition, your local activities take on global significance and credibility when they include a specific mention linking them to the celebration of World Mental Health Day, sponsored…
Africa African Regional Council for Mental Health (ARCMH) The African Regional Council for Mental Health held an executive meeting on Lusaka, Zambia, on 28 February. The meeting was convened by ARCMH President Isaac Mwendapole. Elizabeth Matare, WFMH Regional Vice President and Honorary Secretary of the ARCMH attended, together with Shona Sturgeon, WFMH Board Member at…
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