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N3MH

National NGO Network for Mental Health

Kapatiran Kalusugan-Isip (KKI)

Bridging Mind, Brain, and Behavior Across the Philippines
Aligned with PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028
17 Regional Chapters · DOH-Recognized Coalition

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Table of Contents

01

About N3MH

Mission, sectors, and how we work

02

Service Navigation & Referral Desk

Five sectors, regional coverage, hotlines

03

Screening & Toolkit Portal

Gambling screener, mental health triage

04

Regional Chapters & Advocacy

Core principles, 17 chapters, TOR & Charter

05

Membership Onboarding

Three registration tracks and requirements

06

Contact & Hotlines

Channels, crisis lines, and inquiry form

01 · About N3MH

N3MH — the National NGO Network for Mental Health (Kapatiran Kalusugan-Isip) — unites civil society, psychiatry, neurology, and addiction support into one connected network across the Philippines. We operate under the PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028, coordinating with the Department of Health, PhilHealth, and 17 DOH Centers for Health Development.

MISSION STATS

17 Regions Covered5 Sectors ConnectedPCMH 2024–2028 AlignedDOH-Recognized CoalitionPhilHealth Integrated

FIVE SECTORS

Psychiatry & Clinical Mental Health

Connecting Filipinos to licensed psychiatric care, outpatient services, and PhilHealth-covered mental health packages.

Neurology — Developmental, Seizure & Neurocognitive Disorders

Supporting families navigating developmental disorders, seizure disorders, and neurocognitive conditions through specialist referrals and community education.

Substance Use & Harm Reduction

Linking communities to recovery support, harm reduction programs, and DOH-accredited treatment facilities.

Behavioral Addictions — Gambling, Screen & Others

Providing DSM-based screening, early intervention, and referral pathways for gambling addiction, screen addiction, and other behavioral addictions.

Grassroots & Local Networks

Empowering barangay-level CSOs, PWLE-led groups, and community health workers as the backbone of mental health care.

HOW WE WORK

01

Connect

We map and link CSOs, clinics, and community groups across all 17 Philippine regions — creating a living directory of mental health resources.

02

Screen & Refer

Our digital toolkit helps frontline workers triage needs and fast-track referrals to the right services — from barangay health centers to PhilHealth-accredited facilities.

03

Advocate

We amplify community voices in national policy, aligned with the PCMH Strategic Framework — because lasting change starts with the people it serves.

02 · Service Navigation & Referral Desk

Browse N3MH's five service sectors and 17 Philippine regions to locate the care you need — from barangay health centers to PhilHealth-accredited facilities.

Psychiatry & Clinical Mental Health

✓Referral to licensed psychiatrists and psychologists
✓PhilHealth Z-Benefit mental health package navigation
✓Outpatient and inpatient facility directory
✓Crisis intervention linkage
Hotline:1553 (DOH Mental Health Hotline)
PhilHealth:PhilHealth Z-Benefit covers inpatient psychiatric care. Bring your PhilHealth ID and MDR.

Neurology — Developmental, Seizure & Neurocognitive Disorders

✓Neurologist referral directory by region
✓Developmental disorder support and linkage
✓Seizure disorder and epilepsy support groups
✓Neurocognitive disorder (dementia) caregiver resource kits
Hotline:Philippine Neurological Association: pna.org.ph
PhilHealth:PhilHealth covers select neurological procedures. Consult your CHD for facility listings.

Substance Use & Harm Reduction

✓DOH-accredited TRC directory by region
✓Harm reduction program linkage
✓Family support and counseling referrals
✓Aftercare and reintegration support
Hotline:DDB Hotline: 1800-10-252-3732 (toll-free)
PhilHealth:DOH-accredited treatment and rehabilitation centers (TRCs) accept PhilHealth.

Behavioral Addictions — Gambling, Screen & Others

✓Gambling addiction screening and referral
✓Screen and internet addiction assessment
✓Other behavioral addiction support linkage
✓Family support and psychoeducation
Hotline:
PhilHealth:Behavioral addiction treatment may be covered under PhilHealth mental health packages.

Grassroots & Local Networks

✓Barangay health worker training linkage
✓PWLE-led group directory
✓Community mental health program templates
✓LGU coordination support
Hotline:Contact your local CHD or barangay health center
PhilHealth:Community-based mental health programs are supported under the PCMH framework.

Crisis? Call 1553 Now

DOH Mental Health Crisis Hotline — available 24/7, free of charge, nationwide.

03 · Screening & Toolkit Portal

Important: These are screening tools, not diagnoses

Results are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a clinical diagnosis. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for a proper evaluation. If you are in crisis, call the DOH Mental Health Hotline 1553 immediately.

GAMBLING & BEHAVIORAL ADDICTION SCREENING (DSM-Based · 10 Questions)

Scale: 0 = Never · 1 = Rarely · 2 = Sometimes · 3 = Often · 4 = Always

1.I need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve excitement.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
2.I feel restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
3.I have made repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
4.I am often preoccupied with gambling (reliving past experiences, planning the next venture).0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
5.I gamble when feeling distressed (helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
6.After losing money gambling, I often return another day to get even.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
7.I have lied to conceal the extent of my involvement with gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
8.I have jeopardized or lost a significant relationship, job, or opportunity because of gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
9.I rely on others to provide money to relieve desperate financial situations caused by gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
10.I have experienced significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other areas due to gambling.0 · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4
Score 0–9: Low RiskScore 10–19: Moderate Risk — Seek GuidanceScore 20–40: High Risk — Professional Help Recommended

MENTAL HEALTH TRIAGE CHECKLIST (8 Questions · Yes / No)

1.Have you felt persistently sad, empty, or hopeless for more than two weeks?Yes · No
2.Have you lost interest in activities you used to enjoy?Yes · No
3.Are you experiencing significant changes in sleep (too much or too little)?Yes · No
4.Do you have difficulty concentrating or making decisions?Yes · No
5.Have you had thoughts of harming yourself or others?Yes · No
6.Are you using alcohol or substances more than usual to cope?Yes · No
7.Have you experienced panic attacks or overwhelming anxiety?Yes · No
8.Are these symptoms affecting your work, relationships, or daily life?Yes · No
0–2 Yes: Low concern3–5 Yes: Moderate — consult a professional6–8 Yes: High — seek help promptly

04 · Regional Chapters & Advocacy

17 chapters aligned with DOH Centers for Health Development — bringing the national mental health agenda to every province, city, and barangay.

CORE PRINCIPLES

Subsidiarity

Decisions are made at the most local level capable of addressing the need — from barangay to national.

Transparency

All governance, finances, and program outcomes are openly reported to members and the public.

Inclusion

Persons with lived experience (PWLE) are meaningfully represented in all decision-making bodies.

Zero Duplication

Chapters coordinate with existing DOH, LGU, and CSO programs to complement rather than replicate services.

17 REGIONAL CHAPTERS

RegionCHD OfficeStatusFocus Areas
NCR — Metro ManilaCHD — NCRActiveUrban mental health · PWLE advocacy · LGU integration
CAR — CordilleraCHD — CARActiveIndigenous community MH · Substance use prevention · Capacity building
Region I (Ilocos)CHD — Region IActiveRural outreach · Barangay health worker training
Region II (Cagayan Valley)CHD — Region IIFormingCommunity screening · CSO mapping
Region III (Central Luzon)CHD — Region IIIActiveUrban-rural linkage · PhilHealth navigation
Region IV-A (CALABARZON)CHD — Region IV-AActivePeri-urban MH · Youth programs
Region IV-B (MIMAROPA)CHD — Region IV-BFormingIsland community outreach
Region V (Bicol)CHD — Region VActiveDisaster-related MH · Substance use
Region VI (Western Visayas)CHD — Region VIActivePWLE networks · Advocacy
Region VII (Central Visayas)CHD — Region VIIActiveUrban MH · Addiction services
Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)CHD — Region VIIIFormingPost-disaster MH · Capacity building
Region IX (Zamboanga Peninsula)CHD — Region IXPlannedConflict-affected MH
Region X (Northern Mindanao)CHD — Region XActiveIndigenous MH · Substance use
Region XI (Davao)CHD — Region XIActiveUrban MH · PWLE leadership
Region XII (SOCCSKSARGEN)CHD — Region XIIFormingRural outreach · CSO mapping
Region XIII (Caraga)CHD — Region XIIIPlannedRemote community MH
BARMMCHD — BARMMFormingConflict-sensitive MH · Community healing

05 · Membership Onboarding

Three registration tracks designed for every type of civil society organization — from national NGOs to barangay-level support groups.

Full Member

Most CommonAnnual fee — TBD

For registered NGOs, professional associations, and civil society organizations with a primary mandate in mental health, neurology, or addiction services.

Requirements

·SEC or CDA registration certificate
·Organizational profile and mandate statement
·At least 1 year of active mental health programming
·Letter of intent signed by authorized officer

Benefits

✓Voting rights in N3MH General Assembly
✓Access to all N3MH training and capacity-building programs
✓Inclusion in the national referral directory
✓Co-authorship on N3MH policy submissions

Associate Member

Academic & ResearchAnnual fee — TBD

For academic institutions, research centers, and professional bodies whose work intersects with mental health, neurology, or behavioral science.

Requirements

·Institutional profile and relevant research/program portfolio
·Letter of intent from department head or dean
·Evidence of mental health-related academic output

Benefits

✓Observer status at N3MH General Assembly
✓Access to N3MH research data and publications
✓Collaboration on joint research initiatives
✓Listing in N3MH academic partner directory

Affiliate / Community Partner

GrassrootsFree

For barangay-level groups, PWLE-led organizations, and community health worker networks without formal SEC registration but with active community mental health work.

Requirements

·Barangay certification or community endorsement letter
·Brief description of community mental health activities
·Contact person and service area details

Benefits

✓Access to N3MH training materials and toolkits
✓Listing in community partner directory
✓Invitation to N3MH regional events
✓Peer support network access

To apply, visit n3mh.org.ph/membership or email info@n3mh.org.ph

06 · Contact & Hotlines

Reach out for regional partnership inquiries, media requests, or general questions about our network and programs.

Email

info@n3mh.org.ph

General inquiries & partnerships

DOH Mental Health Hotline

1553

24/7 crisis support (not N3MH)

DDB Hotline

1800-10-252-3732

Substance use support (toll-free)

Crisis? Call 1553 Now

DOH Mental Health Crisis Hotline — available 24/7, free of charge, nationwide. For substance use emergencies, call the DDB Hotline: 1800-10-252-3732.

N3MH

N3MH — National NGO Network for Mental Health

Kapatiran Kalusugan-Isip (KKI) · n3mh.org.ph

Aligned with PCMH Strategic Framework 2024–2028

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