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Source: Renew Europe<\/p><\/div>\n

Despite the mental health system of its member states not being the EU\u2019s official responsibility, the European Union expresses concern and a genuine desire to address those issues. Bulgaria does not stand out as an example for an effective mental health system, the country faces numerous challenges in this regard.<\/b><\/p>\n

In its evolving role, the EU has recognized the importance of mental health across member states. Attempting to guide national decisions, the EU issues reports, nudging countries toward certain actions. However, limited funding and the national jurisdiction over mental health complicate this effort. Despite these challenges, the EU finds areas to influence it, such as sharing conducted research on this matter between member states and supplying medication as part of its responsibilities, shares Sissel van Run-Kvist, <\/span>policy advisor on health of Renew Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n