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MENTAL HEALTH 
                             
               
IMPACT  NETWORK

 

​Taking Action, Creating Impact

The Gap In Mental Health   

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Mental health care is one of the most neglected areas of healthcare in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), contributing to a rising global burden of disease. Millions of individuals suffer from mental disorders that cause long-term distress, limit productivity, and diminish quality of life. Yet, despite the availability of cost-effective interventions, mental health services receive only a fraction of the necessary funding, leaving those in need without access to care.

Sierra Leone

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​In Sierra Leone, the situation is particularly dire, with a 95% mental health treatment gap. The country has a population of over seven million people yet only one psychiatrist and one mental health hospital. The 20 psychiatric mental health nurses in the country play a critical role in bridging this gap, helping integrate Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) into communities to complement the scarce secondary care system.

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Beyond the lack of infrastructure, stigma, insufficient professional training, and a shortage of resources continue to be major obstacles. Addressing this crisis requires urgent investment, policy change, and a shift toward accessible, community-driven mental health solutions that prioritize dignity and well-being for all.

Liberia

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Liberia faces a severe mental health crisis, with only two psychiatrists and one psychiatric hospital serving over five million people. Less than 1% of the population has access to mental health care, leaving a vast treatment gap.

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While trained clinicians and community health workers are helping integrate Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) into local health systems, major challenges persist. Stigma, lack of funding, few trained professionals, and the psychological toll of civil war and Ebola have compounded the crisis.

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Addressing this gap requires sustained commitment to accessible services, community-led support, and a national focus on mental health as a public priority.

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