The dynamics of mental health policy in Iran over the last century.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mental disorders represent a significant global health concern, accounting for a substantial proportion of disabilities worldwide. Given its significance, it has consistently been a priority for health policy makers. The aim was to provide a comprehensive assessment of mental disorder-related policy events and related interventions in Iran.

Methods

A content analysis of the literature and published and unpublished official documents and local media as well as a comprehensive network analysis of the text taken from the main databases of laws and regulations and the official websites of ministries and institutions related to mental health in Iran from 1907 to 2024 were carried out. A co-occurrence network analysis and degree centrality measures were performed on the

SUBMITTER: Rastegar H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11742783 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature