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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 19

4. A qualitative study on the feasibility of a structural stigma measurement in Nepal. tinyurl.com/2rxfx88d

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We are so proud of you, Dr. Gurung!

GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 19

3. A delphi study on measurements of structural stigma in the healthcare setting. tinyurl.com/4y3y8wf6

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 19

2. A policy review on structural stigma of mental health present in the Government of Nepal's legislation. tinyurl.com/35bkh4en

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 19

Dr. Gurung has published four articles through her PhD work:
1. A scoping review on the stigma present in mental disorders, which focused on the 'what matters most' concept in understanding mental health stigma in Nepal.
tinyurl.com/mryxw86u

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 19

Congratulations to our post-doctoral fellow Dristy Gurung on her PhD graduation from King's College London, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience! Her dissertation focused on mental health related structural stigma in the healthcare system through a measurement framework she piloted.

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 12

And thank you for listening! ;-)

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 7

Dr. Sudhamsu Gautam, a medical graduate from Nepal, has designed and implemented community mental health programs with several Nepalese nonprofits.

To read more about Dr. Gautam, check out his article: www.gwglobalmentalhealth.com/post/from-co...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Aug 1

On our fourth day of PM+ training, we discussed managing problems, practicing empathy, and how to employ the "Get Going, Keep Doing" strategy most effectively with patients.

Keep up the great work, everyone!!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 31

We would like to emphasize that every month, not just July, should highlight the stories and struggles of BIPOC communities. Please explore the stories of BIPOC individuals on the Mental Health America's website by scanning the QR code below. #BIPOCMentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthMatters

GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 31

Huge congrats to Vitalii Klymchuk and colleagues for the launch of their new journal Mental Health Open. Learn more and submit manuscripts here: mentalhealthopen.eu/index.php/mh...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 31

Yesterday was our third day of PM+ training, where we reviewed and applied principles of PSYCHLOPS and discussed tips for giving advice and problem management. Thank you to all of our participants - we are halfway there!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 30

Thank you to everyone who participated in our second day of PM+ training! Yesterday, the team discussed the PSYCHILOPS tool and how to assess risk effectively. We concluded with a case study roleplay that involved breathing techniques.

Great work, participants!
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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 29

Thank you to everyone who participated in the first day of PM+ training! Yesterday, we went over the PM+ framework, discussed confidentiality, shared mental health resources, and concluded with a brief roleplaying session. Looking forward to the rest of this week!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 28

Just a reminder that today marks our first day of PM+ training for this week!❗For more information, please contact [email protected]. If you are unable to attend, no worries - we will post training recaps every day to take you along! 🖥️

www.gwglobalmentalhealth.com/pm-plus

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Problem Management Plus (PM+)

An evidence-based mental health intervention from The World Health Organization (WHO) – get trained in Problem Management Plus (PM+) July 28–August 3, and help make mental healthcare more accessible. ...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 17

Check out their incredible #ResearchFellowships and other opportunities at NIH: www.cc.nih.gov/training.

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 17

Dr. Kohrt says it was a privilege to discuss how to improve clinical care using #CulturalHumility theory from Melanie Marie Tervalon and Jann Murray-Garcia and #CulturalCompetency from Terry Cross. Thanks to Kauthrah Ntabadde for the photos!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 17

Dr. Brandon Kohrt was granted the invitation to present with The National Institutes of Health Office of Clinical Research Training and Medical Education about culture and mental health for their grand rounds series!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 15

Join us this Friday, July 18th at 11-12 PM EST for a conversation with Dr. Karli Montague-Cardoso! She will discuss the PLOS Mental Health Journal and provide tips for publishing. Scan the QR code below to attend!

#PlosMentalHealth #ScientificPublishing #GlobalMentalHealth

Descriptive poster for the PLOS Mental Health meeting with Dr. Karli Montague-Cardoso

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 14

🌎 After nearly four years, the Nepal Mental Health Research Series has officially concluded! In collaboration with TPO Nepal, we conducted capacity-building efforts for the RESHAPE project. 🌎 Read more on our website: www.gwglobalmentalhealth.com/post/a-heart...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jul 3

We would like to welcome Dr. Jun Shigemura to the Center! He specializes in disaster psychiatry, focusing on the psychological aftermath of not only survivors, but responders as well. Check out our interview with him below!

#GlobalMentalHealth #DisasterPsychiatry #TraumaInformedCare

Healing After Disaster: Dr. Jun Shigemura on Stigma in Mental Health

Dr. Jun Shigemura, a psychiatrist and professor with decades of experience in disaster psychology has dedicated his career to address trends in the trauma healthcare providers face in disaster recover...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jun 23

To learn more about EQUIP (Ensuring Quality in Psychological Support), see our paper here - tinyurl.com/5n6d6m64

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jun 23

Our team led an EQUIP training & co-presented on piloting the ENACT-Chat competency assessment with U-Matter, a text-based support for youth at Caribbean Regional Conference of Psychology (CRCP). Grateful to advance culturally grounded, collaborative & innovative mental health care in Caribbean!

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jun 13

Read our latest news article from our center at the GW School of Medicine!

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🥼✨ #mentalhealthawareness

RESHAPE Study Dissemination Event Conducted in Nepal

On March 21, 2025, the Reducing Stigma among Healthcare Providers (RESHAPE) study held a dissemination event in Pokhara Metropolitan City, Gandaki Province, Nepal, to share initial findings with key m...

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War Child UK @warchilduk.bsky.social · Jun 12

Win 1 of 5 limited edition screenprints of 'Or Else The Light', the official Glastonbury Festival 2025 artwork, signed by artist Stanley Donwood, Michael Eavis and Emily Eavis by entering our £10 prize draw here: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/win-a-sign...

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GW Global Mental Health @gwglobalmentalhealth.com · Jun 13

Excellent! 👏🧐

Expanding opportunities and recognition for mental health is always a step in the right direction 🌐✨

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