This journal publishes research on mental health systems, focusing on service delivery, policy, and interventions. Articles examine the effectiveness of various treatment modalities, including electroconvulsive therapy and psychotherapy, and explore challenges such as staff shortages and resource limitations. The scope also includes the impact of social determinants like housing and violence on mental well-being, as well as the role of peer support and traditional healing practices. Methodologies range from quantitative analyses of large datasets to qualitative explorations of lived experiences and participatory approaches.
British Library; Koninklijke Bibliotheek, CLOCKSS, LOCKSS, Portico, PMC
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Plagiarism detection in place?
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Health PolicyQ1
Psychiatry and Mental HealthQ1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Psychiatry
Scopus Categories
Psychiatry and Mental HealthPublic Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthHealth Policy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Mental Health Treatment and AccessSchizophrenia research and treatmentFamily Caregiving in Mental IllnessMental Health and Patient InvolvementDigital Mental Health InterventionsPsychiatric care and mental health servicesHealth Policy Implementation ScienceHealthcare Decision-Making and RestraintsChild and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional DevelopmentMigration, Health and Trauma