The modern decade has seen an extraordinary increase in problems associated with mental health disorders. While this trend has affected nations worldwide, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have been uniquely affected by mental health issues due to the prevalence of certain cultural and political barriers that high-income countries lack. Despite the greater attention given to mental health issues by world health organizations in recent years, world leaders have been unsuccessful overall in reducing the global mental health burden. Therefore, the question remains: what actions can world leaders and health organizations take to effectively improve global mental health conditions in low- and middle-income countries? The purpose of this study is to analyze various proposals in academic literature along with evidence gathered from previous actions aimed at reducing the burden of global mental health to create a valid strategy for policymakers.

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