The share of scientific publications involving international collaboration in psychiatry and mental health in France is projected to grow steadily, reaching 24.96% by 2028, up from 21.99% in 2024. This marks a consistent rise, with an average year-on-year increase of about 0.75 percentage points over this period. Compared to the pre-pandemic rate in 2023, this indicates a marked focus on enhancing international collaboration in the coming years, driven by the continued globalization of research and the complexity of mental health issues.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased funding for cross-border initiatives in mental health research.
Enhanced digital collaboration tools facilitating international partnerships.
Growing emphasis on addressing global mental health challenges through joint scientific efforts.