Doha: The Ministry of Public Health is intensifying its programmes and initiatives aimed at promoting mental health and well-being across different segments of society through a series of awareness and specialist activities throughout October, marking World Mental Health Day.

The ministry's efforts focus on incorporating individuals' lived experiences into the development of mental health services and strengthening their involvement in decisions about their care, helping deliver more responsive, person-centred services.

Sheikh Dr. Mohamed bin Hamad Al Thani, Director of the Non-Communicable Disease Prevention Programs Department at MoPH, affirmed that Qatar attaches growing importance to mental health as a key healthcare priority, recognising its impact on individuals, families, and society. He noted that the past six months have witnessed the development and unification of standard operating procedures, templates, and key processes related to mental health services, alongside updates to patients' rights and responsibilities. He emphasised that continued progress requires stronger partnerships between the ministry, healthcare institutions, academic and research bodies, and the wider community.

Among the activities organised was the "Silatha Journey for Women," held as part of the MoPH Mental Health Campaign 2026, focusing on raising awareness of women's mental health through panel discussions, an educational workshop, and an introduction to the Silatha application. Activities also included a webinar under the Mental Health Continuing Medical Education Programme on risk assessment and management among patients with mental health and behavioural disorders.

Throughout the year, the ministry implements programmes including the Mental Health Promotion Programme for Student Wellbeing 2026, training-of-trainers programmes in youth centres and sports clubs, and a programme to promote mental health among senior citizens in collaboration with Ehsan. The ministry encourages individuals experiencing mental health concerns to use the National Mental Health Helpline by calling 16000 and selecting option 4.

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