Disability in Mental illness : A Neglected issue

S. Subedi; P.M. Shyangwa

Disability in Mental illness : A Neglected issue

S. Subedi

Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, UCMS, Bhairahawa, Nepal

P.M. Shyangwa

Ex-Professor & Head, Department of Psychiatry, BPKIHS, Dharan, Nepal

Keywords:

Disability Mental Health

Abstract

Mental health has been hidden behind a curtain of stigma and discrimination for too long. It is time to bring it out into the open. The magnitude, suffering and burden in terms of disability and costs for individuals, families and societies are staggering. In the last few years, the world has become more aware of this enormous burden and the potential for mental health gains. However, The disability related to mental illness has always been a neglected issue in the parlane of health.

How to Cite

Subedi, S., & Shyangwa, P. (2018). Disability in Mental illness : A Neglected issue. Journal of Psychiatrists’ Association of Nepal, 7(1), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.3126/jpan.v7i1.22931

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