Peran Aktor Dalam Kebijakan Kesehatan Mental Di Era Pandemi Covid 19

Irfan Sazali Nasution (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Ica Khairunissa (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Maymira Inory Harahap (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Muchlisin Limbong (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Nazwa Nadira Siregar (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Natasya Dwi Caudya (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Putri Radifah Supardi (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)

Journal of Innovative and Creativity
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the mental health of communities worldwide, including in Indonesia. This study aims to explore the role of actors in mental health policy during the pandemic. A qualitative descriptive method was employed, utilizing questionnaires for data collection. Survey results revealed that 63% of respondents experienced anxiety, and 66% experienced depression. The research identifies various key actors, including the government, educational institutions, and healthcare professionals, and provides recommendations for enhancing mental health support. The study concludes that collaboration among actors is crucial for building a responsive and inclusive mental health system in the pandemic era.