Integrating Oral Health into Mental Health Policy: A Neglected Public Health Priority
Integrating Oral Health into Mental Health Policy: A Neglected Public Health Priority
This policy brief examines the bidirectional relationship between oral health and mental health and highlights the persistent exclusion of oral health within mental health policies and programs. Drawing on established evidence from oral health and psychiatric research, the brief identifies key policy gaps related to screening, workforce training, financing, and data integration. It proposes pragmatic and scalable policy actions to support integrated, preventive, and equity-oriented care, with relevance across diverse health system contexts.
Mental Health, Preventive Care, Health Equity, Universal Health Coverage, Health Systems Integration, Universal Health Care, Oral Health, Multidisciplinary Treatment, Public Health, Holistic Health
Mental Health, Preventive Care, Health Equity, Universal Health Coverage, Health Systems Integration, Universal Health Care, Oral Health, Multidisciplinary Treatment, Public Health, Holistic Health
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