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11500745
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CHF 21,00
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These Guidelines review the use of medicines such as methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone and clonidine in combination with psychosocial support in the treatment of people dependent on heroin or other opioids. .../...
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2009
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11500756
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CHF 30,00
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CHF 15,00
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This manual attempts to provide simple, adequate and evidence-based information to health care professionals in primary health care especially in low- and middle-income countries to be able to provide pharmacological treatment to persons with mental disorders. .../...
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11500764
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CHF 17,50
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This report summarizes descriptive data on mental health systems of selected low- and middle-income countries (LAMICs) using the World Health Organization Assessment Instrument for Mental health Systems (WHO-AIMS).
Results suggest that a systematic assessment of mental health systems is possible in LAMICs. .../...
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11500726
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CHF 30,00
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CHF 21,00
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This book has reviewed the research undertaken on a broad range of reproductive health issues and their mental health determinants/consequences over the last 15 years from both high- and low-income countries. .../...
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Ustün, T.B., Kostanjsek, N., Chatterji, S., Rehm, J.
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2009
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11500748
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CHF 40,00
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CHF 28,00
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The WHO Disability Assessment Schedule - WHODAS 2.0 is a practical instrument to measure general health and disability levels.
It is based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).
WHODAS 2.0 can be used as a general measure across all diseases, including mental, neurological and addictive disorders. .../...
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2008
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15700056
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CHF 10,00
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CHF 7,00
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Primary health care for drug users aims to promote health by providing a comprehensive harm-reduction package including outreach; peer-led interventions; information, education and communication; condoms; sterile injection equipment; and effective drug treatment including opioid substitution therapy. .../...
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2008
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13400079
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CHF 50,00
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CHF 35,00
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Countries in the WHO European Region are committed to transforming their mental health programmes and activities, shifting from institutional practices to person-centred community-based care. This WHO report co-funded by the European Commission gives an overview of policies and practices for mental health in 42 Member States of the European Region. .../...
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11500739
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CHF 40,00
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CHF 28,00
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This report on integrating mental health into primary care, which was developed jointly by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Organization of Family Doctors (Wonca), presents the justification and advantages of providing mental health services in primary care. .../...
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2008
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15202113
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CHF 10,00
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CHF 7,00
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This training package has been produced for audiences unfamiliar with harm reduction for injecting drug users. It provides an introduction to important concepts in HIV prevention for injecting drug users. The package contains five training modules with slides that can be delivered separately or in one session. .../...
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2008
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11504088
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CHF 25,00
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***THIS IS THE LARGE PRINT VERSION OF ICF FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED***
As a new member of WHO Family of International Classifications, ICF describes how people live with their health condition. ICF is a classification of health and health related domains that describe body functions and structures, activities and participation. .../...
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2007
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16300188
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CHF 24,00
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CHF 16,80
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The purpose of this book is to explain the need for making alcohol a top public health priority in the region and the need for national and regional action. Current evidence-based research shows that alcohol consumption and drinking patterns in the Americas are at damaging levels, with the region surpassing global averages for many alcohol related problems. .../...
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2007
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16300190
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CHF 25,00
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CHF 17,50
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This book presents data from the Multicentric Study on Gender, Alcohol, Culture and Harm, which highlights alcohol consumption profiles and alcohol-related predictors and outcomes for 10 countries in 2005: Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and USA. .../...
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2007
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15200113
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CHF 15,00
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CHF 10,50
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This training package has been produced for audiences unfamiliar with harm reduction for injecting drug users. It provides an introduction to important concepts in HIV prevention for injecting drug users. The package contains five training modules with slides that can be delivered separately or in one session. .../...
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15201113
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CHF 10,00
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CHF 7,00
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This training package has been produced for audiences unfamiliar with harm reduction for injecting drug users. It provides an introduction to important concepts in HIV prevention for injecting drug users. The package contains five training modules with slides that can be delivered separately or in one session. .../...
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2007
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11501700
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CHF 220,00
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CHF 154,00
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WHO has developed a Mental Health Policy and Service Guidance Package to help implement the policy recommendations of the World Health Report 2001- Mental health: New Understanding, New Hope. The package consists of a series of interrelated user-friendly modules designed to address the wide variety of needs and priorities in policy development and service planning. .../...
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2007
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11500700
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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This module examines key aspects of monitoring and evaluation as they relate to a mental health policy and plan, including how to monitor a plan and the different ways to evaluate a policy and plan. It presents a five-step process for conducting evaluations and explains how results of an evaluation can be utilized to improve policies and plans. .../...
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2007
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11500719
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CHF 30,00
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CHF 21,00
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Persons with intellectual disabilities (ID) are frequently the most vulnerable group and, on many occasions, are exposed to
human rights violations and deprived of minimum services and dignity. These persons are also the most likely to be secluded
in large institutions, unable to access basic health and educational services, and excluded from ordinary social relations. .../...
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Chilsholm, D., Saxena, S., van Ommeren, M.
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2006
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11500692
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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The widening recognition of mental health as a significant international public health issue has led to an increasing need to demonstrate that investment of resources into service development is both required and also worthwhile. .../...
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2006
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11500697
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CHF 40,00
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CHF 28,00
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There is ample evidence that pinpoints neurological disorders as one of the greatest threats to public health. There are several gaps in understanding the many issues related to neurological disorders, but we already know enough about their nature and treatment to be able to shape effective policy responses to some of the most prevalent among them. .../...
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2006
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11500691
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CHF 25,00
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CHF 17,50
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This publication brings together five chapters from Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries, 2nd edition (2006), along with an introduction and a conclusion by WHO. The chapters cover mental disorders, neurological disorders, learning and developmental disabilities, and alcohol and illicit opiate abuse. .../...
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2006
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14400029
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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The countries of the Eastern Mediterranean Region represent many challenges for the organization of mental health care. Many countries are in a state of rapid social change, some are in conflict or suffering the aftermath of conflict, while others are witnessing the growing problem of substance abuse, with associated HIV/AIDS rapidly becoming a public health priority. .../...
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2005
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11500610
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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This module provides a comprehensive approach to human resources and training for mental health in countries. It includes guidance on the development of a human resource policy for mental health that provides a coherent framework for workforce development. .../...
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2005
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11500627
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CHF 35,00
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CHF 24,50
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A mental health information system is a system for collecting and applying information about a mental health service and the mental health needs of the population it serves. The module begins with a discussion of what information should be collected and how this information can be used. .../...
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Herrman, H., Saxena, S., Moodie, R.
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2005
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11500637
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CHF 50,00
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CHF 35,00
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This international book aims to bring to life the mental health dimension of health promotion. It describes the concepts relating to promotion of mental health, the emerging evidence for the effectiveness of interventions, and the public health policy and practice implications. .../...
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Author
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Obot, I.S., Room, R.
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2005
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11500642
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CHF 50,00
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CHF 35,00
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This book is the product of a multinational research project on "Gender, Alcohol and Culture: an International Study" (GENACIS). .../...
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2005
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11500645
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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Work substantially contributes to one's identity. It provides income for an individual and their family and gives the feeling of playing a useful role in society. .../...
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Obot, I.S., Saxena, S.
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2005
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Order Number
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11500646
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CHF 40,00
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CHF 28,00
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In many low and middle income countries, trends in tobacco, alcohol and illicit substance use, especially among youth, have paralleled the rapid social changes experienced in these countries in recent years. This book presents different perspectives on urbanization and substance use among young people by experts from eight countries and the results of a brief multi-national survey. .../...
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2005
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15201076
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CHF 10,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 7,00
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The set of modules that comprise this Sourcebook are intended for use in pre-service and in-service training of health professionals. This module on mental health is designed to improve the awareness, knowledge and skills of health providers on poverty and gender concerns. It is divided into six sections. Section 1 defines mental illness and general principles for the treatment of mental illness. .../...
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2005
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11500648
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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Psychiatrists play an important role in the delivery of mental health services. However, global information about the quality of training of psychiatrists is largely unavailable. .../...
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2005
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Order Number
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11500632
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CHF 50,00
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CHF 35,00
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Mental Health Alas-2005 provides essential information on mental health for all 192 Member States of WHO. .../...
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2005
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11500643
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CHF 40,00
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CHF 20,00
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This atlas is one of the most comprehensive compilations of available resources for epilepsy ever attempted, providing an illustrative presentation of information on the current status of epilepsy services and care available from 160 countries covering 97.5% of the world population. .../...
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2005
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13400055
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CHF 50,00
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CHF 35,00
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The Member States in the WHO European Region met at the WHO European Ministerial Conference on Mental Health in Helsinki in January 2005 to tackle one of the major threats to the well-being of Europeans: the epidemic of psychosocial distress and mental ill health. .../...
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2005
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11500590
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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An explicit mental health policy is an essential and powerful tool for a mental health section in a ministry of health. When properly formulated and implemented through plans and programmes, policy can have a significant impact on the mental health of populations. This module sets out practical steps for the development of policies, plans and programmes and for their implementation. .../...
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2005
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11500612
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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The module outlines the steps to be followed in the development and implementation of a child and adolescent mental health policy and plan. Its goal is to assist countries to promote the healthy development of children and adolescents. .../...
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2005
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11509543
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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This module provides practical guidance on how to improve access to psychotropic drugs and promote their effective use. Issues such as the rational selection of drugs, affordability, sustainable financing and the availability of reliable health and supply systems are discussed in order to demonstrate practical ways to promote access. .../...
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2005
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11500611
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CHF 50,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 25,00
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People with mental disorders are exposed to a wide range of human rights violations both within the health care context and the broader community. Mental health laws are an essential means of promoting and protecting their rights, but despite this, countries all over the world fail to legislate effectively, if at all, in this area. .../...
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2005
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11501590
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CHF 150,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 105,00
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WHO has developed a Mental Health Policy and Service Guidance Package to help implement the policy recommendations of the World Health Report 2001- Mental health: New Understanding, New Hope. The package consists of a series of interrelated user-friendly modules designed to address the wide variety of needs and priorities in policy development and service planning. .../...
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2004
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11500598
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CHF 70,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 49,00
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The Global Status Report on Alcohol 2004 is a new edition of the Report published by WHO in 1999. This edition provides an update of the role of alcohol in global health and contains data not found in the earlier edition. .../...
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2004
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11500609
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CHF 50,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 25,00
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Neurological disorders constitute a large and increasing share of the global burden of disease. Very little is known, however, about the resources available within countries to meet this burden. .../...
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2004
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15200049
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CHF 10,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 7,00
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This book should serve as a tool for dialogue with governments, health care providers and other interested parties on the subject of epilepsy. It contains information on activities performed under the aegis of the Global Campaign against Epilepsy in the Western Pacific Region. .../...
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2004
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11500520
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CHF 50,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 35,00
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Neuroscience of Psychoactive Substance Use and Dependence provides an authoritative summary of current knowledge of the biological basis of substance use behaviours, including their relationship with environmental factors.
The report focuses on a wide range of psychoactive substances, including tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs. .../...
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2003
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11501543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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This introductory module describes the current global context of mental health. Beginning with an outline of the current burden of mental disorders, the module sets the stage by describing the historical background to the current situation and summarising recent developments in the understanding, treatment and care of people with mental disorders. .../...
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2003
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11503543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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Financing is a critical factor in the implementation of a viable mental health system. This module provides guidance on how to assess current financing mechanisms for mental heath, maximise the resource base for mental health and make the best use of available funds to promote mental health reforms.
Also available: 14-module package : a href= "http://www.who. .../...
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2003
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11504543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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Mental health legislation is essential for protecting the rights of people with mental disorders, who comprise a vulnerable section of society. This module provides information to help guide the development of mental health legislation. The module begins by setting out the activities that are required before legislation is formulated. .../...
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2003
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11505543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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Mental health advocacy is a relatively new concept, developed with a view to reducing stigma and discrimination, and promoting the human rights of people with mental disorders. It consists of various actions aimed at changing the major structural and attitudinal barriers to achieving positive mental health outcomes in populations. .../...
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2003
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11506543
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CHF 20,00
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CHF 14,00
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2003
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11507543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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Mental health services make it possible to deliver effective interventions. The way these services are organized has an important bearing on their effectiveness and the ultimate fulfilment of the aims and objectives of national mental health policies. This module begins with a description and analysis of the current forms of mental health service organisation found around the world. .../...
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2003
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11508543
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CHF 20,00
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Developing countries
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CHF 14,00
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The purpose of this module is to present a clear and rational planning model for assessing the needs of local populations for mental health care and planning services. .../...
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