The importance of public policies to mitigate mental illness among public servants

This study investigates the importance of public policies in mitigating mental illness in public servants, focusing on the implementation phase of the Public Policy Cycle. The research uses a systematic and quantitative approach, analyzing five articles that address different aspects of the topic. The analysis reveals a substantial understanding of the public policy cycle (76%), however, it highlights the need for deeper identification and detailing of challenges in implementation (48%). Regarding the effectiveness of strategies (60%) and allocation of resources (60%), a modest assessment is observed, suggesting the importance of a more detailed analysis. The active involvement of public servants in the implementation presents an average of 60%, indicating a moderate consideration. These results highlight the complexity and importance of effective public policies for the mental health of public servants. The discussion among the authors highlights the need to improve the analysis of specific challenges and identify more effective strategies. In conclusion, the results provide valuable support for the development of more effective public policies in promoting the mental health of public servants.