Table of Contents:**

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
1.1 Background and Rationale
1.2 Problem Statement
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Scope and Significance
1.5 Research Methodology
1.6 Structure of the Thesis

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Chapter 2

: Overview of Mental Health Policies**
2.1 Historical Evolution
2.2 Key Components of Mental Health Policies
2.3 Policy Approaches to Mental Health Care
2.4 Global Perspectives on Mental Health Policies
2.5 Challenges in Policy Implementation
2.6 Role of Stakeholders in Policy Development
2.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 3

: Access to Mental Health Care**
3.1 Barriers to Accessing Mental Health Services
3.2 Disparities in Access Based on Socioeconomic Status
3.3 Cultural and Linguistic Barriers
3.4 Rural and Remote Access Challenges
3.5 Stigma and Discrimination
3.6 Legal and Policy Barriers
3.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 4

: Strategies for Improving Access**
4.1 Integration of Mental Health into Primary Care
4.2 Telehealth and Digital Mental Health Services
4.3 Community-Based Approaches
4.4 Task-Sharing and Capacity Building
4.5 Policy Innovations in Low-Resource Settings
4.6 Addressing Structural Determinants of Access
4.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 5

: Evaluating Policy Impact and Future Directions**
5.1 Assessing Policy Effectiveness
5.2 Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks
5.3 Lessons Learned from Successful Initiatives
5.4 Policy Recommendations for Improving Access
5.5 Emerging Trends in Mental Health Policy
5.6 Implications for Global Mental Health Governance
5.7 Conclusion and Summary