Comparative Analysis of Public Health Care Systems and Their Impact on Mental Health

Abstract

Throughout the world, there are various healthcare systems in place to provide healthcare for their citizens. From universal healthcare coverage in countries like Canada, The United Kingdom, and France, to private healthcare as seen in countries such as the United States and India. This paper analyses the different approaches the UK and India take to their healthcare systems with a particular focus on understanding how this impacts the treatment of the mental health of the population. Through cross-analysis of the UK and Indian public health systems, this paper establishes that different approaches to public health care systems can have a significant impact on the mental health of a population. This can also be affected by other factors such as societal stigma, economic circumstances, and overall awareness of mental health and mental illnesses. Keywords: Public Health, Mental Health, Healthcare Systems, United Kingdom, India