San Luis Potosí deputy proposes mental health law reforms

Deputy Dulcelina Sánchez de Lira has introduced an initiative to reform the State Health Law in San Luis Potosí, aiming to strengthen the legal framework for the promotion, protection, and care of mental health.

The proposal seeks to establish mental health as a priority, expanding the state's responsibility beyond treating existing illnesses to creating conditions that foster emotional well-being from early life stages. The initiative incorporates principles of human rights, equality, gender perspective, interculturality, and non-discrimination to ensure dignified treatment for a diverse population.

Furthermore, the reform encourages authorities to promote mental well-being through educational, cultural, recreational, and community actions. It also emphasizes the need for specialized attention for vulnerable groups, including children, adolescents, older adults, and persons with disabilities.