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Disability and Rehabilitation
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The International Mental Health Task Force shaped the ICF

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation and Disability Studies
  • Mental Health Research

Background:

  • The International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities and Handicaps (ICIDH) revision process.
  • The need for a comprehensive framework for functioning and disability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the International Mental Health Task Force's role in developing the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).
  • To ensure mental health aspects were integrated into the ICF.

Main Methods:

  • Active participation in the ICF revision and development.
  • Analysis of mental disorder aspects within the ICIDH and ICF frameworks.
  • Incorporating diverse geographical, cultural, professional, and personal perspectives.

Main Results:

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  • Development of the ICF chapter on mental functioning.
  • Integration of mental disorder functioning and disability into ICF sections on activities and participation.
  • Ensured mental health perspective was included in common functioning and disability domains.

Conclusions:

  • The ICF successfully integrates mental health functioning and disability.
  • The Task Force's diverse membership ensured a comprehensive approach.
  • Four current ICF applications demonstrate inclusive mental health perspectives.