Rates of mental health problems in indigenous communities are systematically increasing worldwide. Among the most common problems are high rates of suicide and psychoactive substance use among indigenous youth. These problems, coupled with numerous unfavorable social determinants, generate high psychosocial vulnerability for these communities. Despite these circumstances, they are very unlikely to have access to adequate mental health services.
88% Yes |
12% No |
86% Yes |
10% No |
2% Yes, and increase funding for research into the causes of mental illness |
2% No, the problem is implementation not funding |
0% No, we cannot afford this right now |
See how support for each position on “Mental Health Funding” has changed over time for 11k Canada voters.
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See how importance of “Mental Health Funding” has changed over time for 11k Canada voters.
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Unique answers from Canada users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9K6M4542mos2MO
We have alot of better stuff to do right now than this and alot of people are getting help as it is, so may it as a necessity at least, sure.
@9F5KMPV7mos7MO
Spend more money on mental health resources and programs.
@9F4F77Y7mos7MO
The government doesn't need more funding for it. They need to make more laws to support the mental health of people.
@9F3YN587mos7MO
Yes, and increase funding for research into treatment options, like more effective and safer medications with fewer side effects.
@9GNXXXT6mos6MO
Yes, as they can help spread awareness about different health initiatives and create an informed populace, and help a lot of prevention and open up a larger discussion.
@9G7KWZY6mos6MO
Yes, but fund the 1:1 psychotherapeutic approaches for low and middle income families and individuals.
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