Global Governance Toolkit for Digital Mental Health: Building Trust in Disruptive Technology for Mental Health

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« Mental health and behavioural health disorders impose a significant and under- recognized burden on the global healthcare system, affecting social needs, basic human rights and the economy. Between a quarter and a half of the global population is affected by a mental disorder at some point in life.1 The human cost is immense: 800,000 people commit suicide every year. Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people. People suffering from untreated mental health disorders are unable to realize their desired potential and are all too often exposed to a wide range of human rights violations.2 Between 2011 and 2030, the cumulative economic output loss associated with mental disorders is projected to be $16.3 trillion worldwide.3 The secondary consequences of mental ill-health are estimated to cost employers $2,000 per employee per year from presenteeism (i.e. being present but unable to focus), absenteeism and unnecessary turnover.4 The direct and indirect costs can amount to 5% of a country’s GDP. » En bref issu de l’étude.