This post argues for the application of the social determinants frameworks to the problems of mental health. What this post misses or underemphasizes are the opportunities to think about primary prevention -- e.g. changing through social policy some of the social circumstances that help shape the likelihood of mental health challenges. These include systemic racism, homelessness, economic insecurity, among other social determinants.  Building community resources that support individuals who may be struggling is a key to primary prevention, as Bronfenbrenner's social ecological model suggests.  See https://www.pacesconnection.com...alidation-and-action