Improving access to medicines for mental disorders in low-resource settings: some achievements but still a long road ahead

摘要

A key component of any well-functioning health service, including mental health services, is the regular availability and appropriate use of medicines. In this Issue of two interesting Editorials discuss some of the main barriers limiting access to medicines for mental disorders in low- and middle-income (LMI) settings and Asian countries, and suggest possible improvements. The topic is particularly relevant as up to one-third of people with mental disorders in LMI countries are unable to access essential medicines on a regular basis (World Health Organization, ).