We must unashamedly declare mental health a national priority
According to the World Health Organization, it is defined as “a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, works productively, and contributes to their community.” The state of well-being of this kind serves as the foundation for the strength of a nation. Regrettably, South Sudan is crumbling under this very foundation.
This article is part of a series on the collective mental health of Bulgarian society, which is published on the 29th of each month:
29.04.2025 – “Clockwork keyboards”
29.05.2025 – “Collective Mental Health Day”
29.06.2025 – “Rising toll of mental health problems among youth in Europe”
