Mental health literacy and the stigmatisation and discrimination of individuals affected by mental illnesses in China: a scoping review

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Low mental health literacy affects attitudes towards mental health, contributing to increased stigma and discrimination among individuals.
Most studies (84.8%) were descriptive cross-sectional studies, revealing a lack of robust methodology in the literature.
Intervention studies primarily focused on psychoeducation reported improved mental health literacy and reduced stigma.
Future research must address methodological quality, diverse participant representation, and align with national mental health policies.

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Scoping review reveals low mental health literacy issues link to stigma and discrimination in China, emphasizing intervention needs.

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