Making Mental Health a Reality in Colombia

Keywords: Mental Disorders, Mental Health, Community Mental Health Services, Psychosocial Intervention, Problem Solving, Transients and Migrants, Low Socioeconomic Status, Community Participation

Abstract

Common mental disorders, including anxiety and depression, rank among the primary contributors to disability globally. This burden is especially pronounced in low- and middle-income countries such as Colombia, where a significant treatment gap for mental health care persists.

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How to Cite
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Cadena SJ. Making Mental Health a Reality in Colombia. MedUNAB [Internet]. 2026 Apr. 17 [cited 2026 Jul. 4];29(1):7-8. Available from: https://revistas.unab.edu.co/index.php/medunab/article/view/5594

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Published
2026-04-17