Improving Access and Use of Psychotropic Medicines

This module provides practical guidance on how to improve access to psychotropic drugs and promote their effective use. Issues such as the rational selection of drugs, affordability, sustainable financing and the availability of reliable health and supply systems are discussed in order to demonstrate practical ways to promote access. A number of educational, managerial and regulatory strategies to promote the effective use of psychotropic medicines are also highlighted.

Other modules included in the package:

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Policies and Plans
Mental Health Policy, Plans and Programmes. Updated version
Mental Health Context
Mental Health Financing
Advocacy for Mental Health
Quality Improvement for Mental Health
Organization of Services for Mental Health
Planning and Budgeting to Deliver Services for Mental Health
Mental Health Legislation and Human Rights
Mental Health Policies and Programmes in the Workplace
Mental Health Information Systems
Human Resources and Training in Mental Health
Monitoring and Evaluation of Mental Health Policies and Plans