Kerala’s Amma Manasu programme is emerging as a powerful example of how maternal mental healthcare can be successfully integrated into public health systems. Recognized in a recent report by the World Economic Forum (WEF), the initiative demonstrates how prioritizing women’s mental health can improve not only family well-being but also economic growth on a broader scale. The Amma Manasu meaning “Mother’s Mind” programme is a statewide maternal mental healthcare initiative in Kerala that incorporates mental health screening and support into routine antenatal and postnatal care.
By embedding psychological care within regular maternal health check-ups, the programme ensures that women receive holistic healthcare during and after pregnancy. The WEF report, developed in collaboration with the McKinsey Health Institute (MHI), highlights Kerala’s model as a significant step toward addressing…
