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Progress in the adoption of strategies to promote mental health in the population at large, and to prevent mental and behavioral disorders, depends on political will. The translation of research studies and small-scale trials into large-scale national programs relies on appropriate levels of funding from government resources. This is the point at which research and the implementation of effective programs intersect with the government budget process. It is also a point at which advocacy from consumers of services and their families, and from non-profit organizations, researchers and politicians can have particular value. The development of government goals directs the spending pattern for resources. The structure of the health care system, the place of mental health in its budget, and the place of promotion and prevention within the mental health share of the budget are all relevant to progress. The wider policy setting is also important, as promotion and prevention can have an important impact on education, social welfare targets, and other areas of government. |
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Network Meeting,
Tuesday 10th October
Dear Colleagues involved and interested in preventive efforts for children of mentally ill parents
Announcement
Preconference
Mental Health in School
10th October 2006, 9-12: Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel Oslo, Norway
This pre-conference session will focus on the role of schools, working with community mental health agencies, in mental health promotion and prevention of disorders among secondary school students.
See Program
10th October 2006
Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel Oslo, Norway
This preconference will focus especially on children of mentally ill parents.