"[A] masterful volume that will do much to advance understanding of mental health as an essential public health challenge." -Journal of Sociology & Social Welfa

Mental health is a fundamental public health priority, and this stimulating and comprehensive book brings together all of the key issues to offer an overview fo

This revised, expanded edition uses a public health framework and the latest epidemiological, therapeutic, and service systems research to give readers a compre

In recent years there has been increased recognition of the global burden of mental disorders, which in turn has led to the expansion of preventive initiatives