Colorado State Intersection of Public Health and Mental Health Case Review

In this assignment, you will review the case discussing the intersection of public health and mental health found in Chapter 3 of Public Health Ethics (pp. 74-79).

In approximately two pages, your paper should address the following:

  • What elements of broad strategic thinking do you see demonstrated?
  • What aspects of social development are addressed?
  • What evidence of healthy public policy do you see or not see from government involvement?
  • Do you see evidence of systems development for health or social policy and related programming? (Example: Developing community-based programs to reach individuals outside of typical settings)
  • What information stood out most to you from this case study that you might be able to apply in your local community?