I am a mental health nurse by trade and have gotten interested in the EA movement. I understand that donations are generally encouraged along the lines of physical health (Malaria and so on). Or towards alleviating serious poverty with GiveDirectly. However, I am motivated by an interest in mental health and want to give along these lines. I see it everyday at work therefore it really resonates with me as a serious challenge to building an equitable society. At the same time I want to be rational and make my donations effective.
I think answers will dismiss mental health charities are ineffective but providing mental healthcare is complex. And just because the question is complex doesn't mean it should be brushed aside. I think a lifetime diagnosis of BPAD or Schizophrenia has the potential to cause more suffering in that person and others around them than malaria or HIV.
Has anyone looked into this? I would be interested to hear any thoughts.