Mental Health Services in India

Focusing on mental health services in India, the book examines both preventive and curative aspects while acknowledging socio-cultural factors. It explores conceptual issues, including the definitions and perceptions of mental health and illness. The author provides a historical overview of mental health as a discipline and its evolution since the colonial period. Additionally, it analyzes the delivery of mental health services, specifically through the District Mental Health Programme and the National Mental Health Programme, highlighting key challenges and developments.