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Comparative study on school-based mental health literacy in three Asian countries
Fumiko Shibuya1,2, Masahide Usami3, Marian Danille Santillan4
1Department of Global Health, Graduate School of Health Sciences, University of the Ryukyus, 1076 Kiyuna, Ginowan, Okinawa, 901-2725, Japan. fumiko.shibuya79@gmail.com.
Tropical Medicine and Health
|June 23, 2025
Summary
This study compares school mental health literacy policies in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan. Findings show varied integration into curricula and policy frameworks, with a shared need for improved crisis support training for educators.
Area of Science:
- Comparative Education Policy
- Global Mental Health Initiatives
- School-Based Health Programs
Background:
- Mental health literacy is crucial for early identification and management of mental health disorders in children.
- Limited research exists on the implementation of school mental health literacy programs in Asian nations.
- This study addresses the gap by comparing policy approaches in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the policy and curriculum-based approaches to school mental health literacy in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan.
- To analyze the integration of mental health literacy within educational frameworks across the three countries.
- To identify common challenges and successful strategies in implementing school mental health education.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of policies (2000-2023) and curricula (grades 1-12) using deductive content analysis.
- Application of the policy triangle framework and review points for policy analysis.
- Curricula were assessed against the definition of mental health literacy, considering socio-cultural contexts.
Main Results:
- Mental health literacy is integrated into various subjects: Japan (health/physical education), Philippines (health, values, guidance), Indonesia (religious education).
- Philippines and Indonesia have policies supporting mental health education; Japan lacks a core policy but has curriculum guidelines.
- A significant challenge identified is the lack of "first aid skills" for supporting students in mental health crises.
Conclusions:
- School mental health literacy education is partially implemented across the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan, with varying curriculum comprehensiveness and policy alignment.
- Teachers and school personnel require enhanced training to support students with mental health issues and manage emergencies.
- Recommendations include systematic policy monitoring and international collaboration for culturally adapted strategies.
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