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The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched newguidanceto help all countries reform and strengthen mental health policies and systems. Mental health services worldwide remain underfunded, with major gaps in access and quality.

In some countries,up to 90% of people with severe mental health conditionsreceive no care at all, while many existing services rely on outdated institutional models that fail to meet international human rights standards.

The guidance provides a clear framework to transform mental health services in line with the latest evidence and international human rights standards, ensuring quality care is accessible to all.

It identifies five key policy areas requiring urge...