Mental health data available in representative surveys conducted in Latin America and the Caribbean countries: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mental health data from Latin America and the Caribbean countries (LACC) national and international surveys are essential for public health surveillance. This review aimed to identify and describe available mental health survey data in LACC, providing access details for researchers.

Methods

Our study was a scoping review. The search for available mental health survey data was conducted in PubMed and through grey literature searches, and the search dates were between 26 August 2021 and 15 October 2021. Included survey data were/had (1) nationally representative, (2) the latest version available from 2012 onward, (3) collected in at least one LACC and (4) at least one mental health variable or related factor. We accepted all written languages, including Spanish and

SUBMITTER: Ramirez-Bonta F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10565329 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature