Identification of high-risk criteria in the framework of W.H.O. collaborative research in the major mental disorders.
1. Primary prevention of psychiatric disorders from the point of view of WHO was discussed. 2. It was emphasized that in contrast to developed countries malnutrition and infection-induced secondary mental deficiencies are still prevalent in the developing world. 3. Some of the relevant WHO projects were briefly reviewed.
D006801:Humans; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D012307:Risk Factors; D014944:World Health Organization