Indian psychiatry, research and Asian countries
2010

Indian Psychiatry and Its Influence in Asia

Sample size: 423 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Trivedi J. K., Gupta Pawan Kumar, Saha Rahul

Primary Institution: C.S.M. Medical University

Conclusion

India has played a pivotal role in leading psychiatric research and patient care in South Asia.

Supporting Evidence

  • About 23% of the world’s population lives in the South Asian region.
  • One-fifth of psychiatrically ill patients in the world live in South Asia.
  • Studies like IPSS and DOSMED have shown the importance of family in psychiatric treatment.

Takeaway

This study talks about how India is important for mental health research in Asia and how families help people with mental illnesses.

Methodology

The article reviews historical and contemporary psychiatric research and practices in India and South Asia.

Limitations

The study highlights the lack of financial support and infrastructure for mental health research in South Asia.

Participant Demographics

The study discusses psychiatric patients in India, with a focus on family involvement in care.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.4103/0019-5545.69214

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