3 Amendments of Pernille WEISS related to 2023/2074(INI)
Amendment 310 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Calls on Member States to consider supportive measures for civil society initiatives addressing mental health needs of the public; recalls that such initiatives, which may be based on public funding or private donations, can help facilitate access to mental health care, thereby providing benefits to the individual and alleviating the pressure on public health systems; highlights that such initiatives can also provide guidance about further mental health treatment options, thus serving as a gate-way to accessing the right mental health support; asks the Commission to support the sharing of best practice between such initiatives across Member States; notes that the opportunities for people experiencing mental health challenges to access mental health support can be greatly increased by utilizing trained volunteers; highlights the benefits of such initiatives being free, allowing for anonymity and not requiring referrals;
Amendment 420 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14a. Acknowledges the positive effects on mental health and well-being of engagement with art and culture initiatives; highlights that this is especially important for children and young people as art and culture is of fundamental importance for the development of the individual identity and overall well-being in a young age;
Amendment 424 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 b (new)
Paragraph 14 b (new)
14b. Highlights that physical activity is proven to have a positive effect on mental health and well-being; recalls the negative effects also on mental health of lack of access to sports facilities, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic;