Indian psychiatry: Research and international perspectives
2010

Indian Psychiatry: Contributions and Perspectives

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Kallivayalil Roy Abraham, Chadda Rakesh K., Mezzich Juan E.

Conclusion

Indian psychiatry has made significant contributions to global psychiatry, particularly in understanding mental health through cultural perspectives and collaborative research.

Supporting Evidence

  • Indian psychiatry has influenced world psychiatry by promoting a broad conceptualization of health.
  • Research by Indian psychiatrists has played a key role in recognizing various mental health disorders.
  • India has contributed to the development of cultural bases of psychiatry through the work of many eminent researchers.
  • More than 90% of schizophrenia patients in India live with their families, which impacts care and treatment.
  • Indian psychiatrists have conducted extensive research in various areas including schizophrenia, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.

Takeaway

Indian psychiatrists have helped the world understand mental health better by sharing their unique cultural insights and research findings.

Limitations

Some important contributions may have been missed inadvertently.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.4103/0019-5545.69205

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