Indicators for the promotion of mental health and the prevention of mental health problems: a scoping review
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https://doi.org/10.64838/jmht.2025.275504Keywords:
data technology, mental health indicators, mental health problem prevention, mental health promotionAbstract
Objective: To review and identify key indicators related to the promotion of mental health and the prevention of mental health problems at the population level, as well as methods of data collection and analysis.
Methods: Articles in both Thai and English, published between 2015 and 2025, were systematically searched through databases including PubMed, PsycINFO, ThaiJO, and Google Scholar.
Results: Out of 1,560 articles screened, four relevant articles were included in the final review. A total of 74 indicators related to determinants of mental health were identified. The indicators were grouped using the functional model of mental health as a conceptual framework to understand the factors influencing overall mental health and risks associated with the development and progression of mental health problems across multiple dimensions. However, gaps remained in data collection and mining, as well as a lack of standardized mental health indicators across countries. These issues affected the coverage of hard-to-reach populations, the comparability of data across regions, the accuracy of surveillance, and the sensitivity to changes in social contexts.
Conclusion: This study provides insights for public health agencies and researchers seeking to develop indicators and data utilization strategies to promote mental health and prevent mental health problems at the population level.
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