Richmond Foundation warns current political crisis might affect nation’s mental health

Malta’s current political crisis could have long-term negative impact on the nation’s mental health, the Richmond Foundation has warned.

The mental health charity said that for a sense of security and stability to be reinstated, justice should be allowed to take its course, and be seen to do so.

"Persons who believe in the separation of powers and who hold good governance to heart are experiencing deep distress," the statement read.

The foundation also said that the restoration of social trust is essential to individual and relational wellbeing.

"We call on all arms of politics, government, and security to ensure that a normal state of affairs is urgently restored. Politicians and public officers who are truly committed to serve the common good can stand up and make this happen now," the foundation said.

Richmond Foundation also warned that the current political situation might distract from the implementation of policies and strategies aimed at safeguarding the nation’s mental health.