Prevention of common mental disorders

Although the evidence base for the prevention of mental disorders needs to be expanded with rigorous large-scale pragmatic trials of promising effective programs, there is strong evidence and effective tools on which to base prevention efforts.

Abstract

Common mental disorders are preventable, and prevention is cost-effective. Although the evidence base for the prevention of mental disorders needs to be expanded with rigorous large-scale pragmatic trials of promising effective programs, we have at our disposal strong evidence and effective tools on which to base prevention efforts. These facts need to be fully communicated to providers, policy makers, and the population at large, and acted upon.