The importance of public policies to mitigate mental illness among civil servants

Authors

  • Paulo Roberto Peixôto Lima de Santana
  • Alexandre Santos Pinheiro
  • Marilene de Souza Campos

Keywords:

Work environment, Mental health, Public policies, Public servants.

Abstract

This study investigates the importance of public policies in mitigating mental illness among civil servants, focusing on the implementation phase of the Public Policy Cycle. The research uses a systematic and quantitative approach, analyzing five articles that address different aspects of the topic. The analysis reveals a substantial understanding of the public policy cycle (76%); however, it highlights the need to go deeper into identifying and detailing implementation challenges (48%). As for the effectiveness of strategies (60%) and the allocation of resources (60%), there is a modest evaluation, suggesting the importance of a more detailed analysis. The active involvement of civil servants in implementation has an average of 60%, indicating moderate consideration. These results highlight the complexity and importance of effective public policies for civil servants' mental health. The discussion between the authors highlights the need to improve the analysis of specific challenges and identify more effective strategies. In conclusion, the results provide valuable input for the development of more effective public policies to promote the mental health of civil servants.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevenVImulti2024-018

Published

2024-07-02