A study to assess the knowledge regarding importance of mental health among high school teachers in selected school, Bengaluru

Abstract

Mental health disorders which are the leading cause of disability and contribute to approximately & million deaths worldwide annually are major public health issues. People with mental health issues die 10-12 years younger than the general population. Fewer than half people with mental disorders receive treatment for their condition and often the quality of treatment is standard. To address these challenges the public health work force must can develop, implementing, and disseminating programs and policies to prevent mental disorders, increase access to and ensure quality of treatment and improve quality of life for people with mental disorders'