Šent said ahead of tomorrow's World Mental Health Day 2015 that people living in institutions are deprived of their human dignity. The theme of World Mental Health Day 2015 is "Dignity in mental health".

Psychiatrist Vesna Švab stressed that the attitude of mental health professionals towards patients and their relatives must be respectful. She believes it is vital that people who have experienced metal distress can return to work and resume their previous professional activities. Švab called upon all mental health institutions and agencies to join together in an effort to secure funds that will enable patients to gain quick access to health care.

Moreover, she stressed that support must also be provided outside institutions, since institutions have a difficult time addressing the needs of these individuals.

Sa. J.; translated by D. V.