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December 27, 2024Journal of Pakistan Psychiatric Society

School-Based Mental Health: Paradigm Shift in Addressing Mental Health of Pakistani Youth

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MWMuhammad WaqarSNSadiq Naveed

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Overview

Analysis reveals early interventions improve mental health in Pakistani youth, suggesting a need for effective school programs.

Key Points

  • Youth suffering from mental and substance use disorders can lead to five trillion dollars of economic losses annually, emphasizing the need for early intervention.
  • About 20-25% of young people face mental health issues, with 50% experiencing onset before age 15, underscoring the urgency of addressing these challenges in schools.
  • Effective frameworks in developed countries highlight teacher training for recognizing mental health signs, which could be adapted for Pakistan's unique context.
  • Cultural context and collaboration among stakeholders are crucial for developing effective mental health programs tailored to Pakistani youth's needs.

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Waqar et al. (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af7f4b7567bf4f94ff694chttps://doi.org/10.63050/jpps.21.04.942
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