Question

With reference to adolescence, what is mhGAP?

Options

• A programme by Maharashtra State Government to improve mental health.

• A programme by WHO to improve reproductive health.

• A programme by WHO for the treatment of mental disorder.

• A programme by Maharashtra State Government for the treatment of physical disorder.

Answer 1

A programme by WHO for the treatment of mental disorder.

Explanation:

The mhGAP (Mental Health Gap Action Programme) was launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) to scale up services for mental, neurological, and substance use disorders, especially in low- and middle-income countries.