The Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA) is a globally oriented and locally connected hub for cutting-edge anthropological research, education and public engagement on mental health.
Anthropology is the study of what it is to be human in a complex and changing world. As societies grapple to respond to the scale and complexity of mental health needs, CAMHRA contributes distinctly anthropological perspectives to a growing global understanding of how societies can understand mental distress and build effective systems of care.
By embedding themselves and ethnographic expertise within psychiatric institutions, anthropologists unlock deep insights into the challenges facing both service users and providers. This understanding drives meaningful innovations in mental health care, leading to more inclusive and effective approaches.
