Towards a Mentally Flourishing Scotland recognises that it does not cover all areas that can influence mental health improvement in Scotland, instead it focuses on areas that are likely to have the largest impact and where action is likely to be cumulative in supporting and reinforcing other government priorities for action. Below are policies, strategies, frameworks and resources that cover wider mental health improvement issues:
Mental Health Improvement Terminology and Working Understandings [external site] NHS Health Scotland has developed a paper to ensure that clarity and coordination of mental health terminology is consistent across the organisation. It should be noted that this paper sets out the terminology and definitions which are used by NHS Health Scotland staff, but recognises that other models and paradigms are held and used by other individuals, professions and organisations
The reporting of mental health and suicide by the media [PDF: 2.70mb] (2004) The National Union of Journalists developed and produced a guidebook to help journalists report mental health issues safely, accurately and using appropriate language.
Mental Health and the European Union [external site] The mental health of its citizens is a vital but under-valued resource within the EU. There is a close relationship between the EU’s policy objectives of prosperity, social inclusion and security and public health on the one hand, and mental health on the other.
Resource Paper for Community Health Partnerships: Promoting mental health, Preventing common mental health problems [PDF: 278kb] (2007) A resource that contains information to: enhance understanding of mental health promotion and prevention at primary care level; assist in developing a local mental health promotion and prevention agenda; and identify practical steps to improve the mental health and well being of local populations.