Schizophrenia patients need to be prioritised in mental health care

Lebohang Mosia

Everyone has a right to the best possible help with mental health, no matter who they are or where they live. This encompasses the right to be safeguarded against threats to one’s mental health, the right to readily available palatable and high-quality care, as well as the right to liberty, independence and inclusion in society. Our physical and mental well-being are interdependent. However, one in eight people worldwide suffer from mental health disorders, which can have an adverse effect on their physical health, general well-being, interpersonal relationships and ability to earn a living. Teenagers and young adults are becoming more and more affected by mental health issues. A person’s mental health condition never serves as a justification for denying them their human rights or for keeping them out of discussions…

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Cape Times (Digital) - 1 Issue, 2023-10-10

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