Health survey reports released

 The National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) and State Mental Health System Survey (SMHS) assessment were released on Tuesday.

Findings of national mental health survey

Mental problems more in 30 to 49 age group or over 60
Low income linked to occurrence of mental disorders
1/10 had common mental health problems
Only one-fourth sought care from healthcare provider
Findings of state mental health survey system
Mental health should be
priority in health systems
Need for action plan
Strengthen human resources
Supply of medicines should be regularised