Assessing the Implementation of Mental Health Program of Maimbung District Hospital: Residents’ Perspectives

This study explored the extent of awareness regarding the mental health services offered by Maimbung District Hospital, as perceived by residents of Maimbung, Sulu for the Fiscal Year 2025. Utilizing purposive sampling under a non-probability framework, a total of 100 respondents participated. The analysis employed statistical tools such as weighted mean, standard deviation, t-test for independent samples, one-way ANOVA, and Pearson’s r. Key findings reveal that most respondents were female, married, under 25 years old, college-educated, and unemployed. Overall, participants demonstrated a moderately high level of awareness of the hospital's mental health services. Statistical results indicated that age, gender, marital status, and occupation did not significantly influence awareness levels. In contrast, educational attainment was found to play a significant role. Additionally, respondents who rated their awareness as moderately high tended to share similar views across various aspects of the program including general awareness, perceptions, barriers to access, suggestions for improvement, and overall feedback. The study aligns with the principles of the Health Belief Model and Self-Care Theory, offering a solid conceptual basis for evaluating the impact of mental health initiatives on community well-being.