National Mental Health Department Promotes Policies from Early Prevention to Recovery-Oriented Care to Enhance Taiwan’s Overall Mental Health System

In response to the rising number of patients seeking mental health treatment in Taiwan, Chen, Po-See, the newly appointed Director-General of the Department of Mental Health under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, has introduced a comprehensive policy vision that spans “early prevention” through “post-treatment recovery.” The plan integrates community-based support, long-acting treatment approaches, and inter-ministerial collaboration, aiming to build a more holistic, accessible, and sustainable mental healthcare system in Taiwan.