Guidance on policy and strategic actions to protect and promote mental health and well-being across government sectors

Guidance on Protecting and Promoting Mental Health

Coordinated Action Across Sectors

Protecting and promoting mental health demands coordinated efforts from all government sectors. This guidance helps governments evaluate and strengthen how different sectors contribute to mental health and well-being. It recognizes that mental health is influenced by social, economic, and environmental factors beyond the health sector alone.

Purpose of the Guidance

This document supports policymakers in:

Identifying critical areas and interventions across sectors.
Integrating mental health into public policies.
Enhancing collaboration to create holistic strategies.
Implementing and monitoring effective mental health promotion actions.

Key Points

Mental health is a shared responsibility that extends beyond healthcare.
Effective policy requires multisectoral engagement and strategic alignment.
Governments must adopt comprehensive approaches to address determinants impacting mental health.
Regular assessments and updates ensure policies remain relevant and effective.

"Protecting and promoting mental health requires coordinated action across all sectors."

This guidance emphasizes that multisector collaboration is essential to fostering mental health and well-being at a population level through comprehensive and integrated policies.

World Health Organization (WHO) — 2025-11-24

Guidance on Protecting and Promoting Mental Health

Coordinated Action Across Sectors

Purpose of the Guidance

Key Points

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