From the contents Differences of prevalence of mental disorders in villages and towns -- Socio economic factors affecting mental health -- Gender differences in mental health of the rural people -- Common cultural Beliefs and Practices pertaining to mental health in the rural world -- Organization of mental health services in rural areas -- Advantages and disadvantages in the management of mental illnesses in rural areas -- Future directions.

This book looks into the mental health challenges in the rural world, the socio economic and cultural factors bearing on them and the best clinical practices to deal with them. It elaborates on the pressures of globalization and modernization that rural people find themselves in which brings about ever increasing stressful conditions. It also covers the lack of awareness about mental health issues and services which lead to further problems.