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Addressing Depression in the Philippines by Jaisa Yatco is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses depression and mental health in the Philippines. It notes that 3.3 million Filipinos suffer from depressive disorders, with higher suicide rates among males. The Department of Health emphasizes the need to address depression and end the stigma around mental health issues. Left unattended, depression can lead to suicide. Resources like a 24-hour suicide prevention hotline are provided. The passage of a Mental Health Act in 2018 aimed to improve access to mental healthcare services and
- Author
- Jaisa Yatco
- Language
- EN