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Résumé (Abstract)
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The study explores the revival of psychiatry in Cambodia, a country that suffered a catastrophic homicide under the Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. The Khmer Rouge severely cut off access to mental health services and labeled those suffering from mental illnesses as "enemies of the state." Mental health services in Cambodia were chronically abolished and stigmatized for decades after the regime's demise. There was no formal psychiatric service in the country during 1975 till early 1990s. Since 1992, the efforts by governmental and non-governmental organizations, on the other hand, have resulted in a greater awareness of mental health and an increase in the availability of mental health services. This study examines the process of rising from the ashes, current situation of mental health services in Cambodia, barriers to care, and the efforts being made to overcome these obstacles. Overall, the findings emphasize the sustainable development and growth of Cambodian mental health care which will play an increasingly important role in the country's overall health system. By learning from the past and embracing new approaches, Cambodia can continue to improve the lives of those struggling with mental health concerns.
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