This a platform dedicated to enhancing mental well-being and fostering a healthier, happier society. Led by Dr. Mahesh Rajasuriya, a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, MentalHealth.lk serves as a comprehensive resource for individuals and communities seeking to understand and navigate mental health challenges. In a world where factors like stress, uncertainty, and societal pressures often affect our mental health, this platform aims to provide the knowledge, tools, and support needed to build resilience and live fulfilling lives.
At MentalHealth.lk, we believe mental health is the foundation of overall well-being, shaping how we think, feel, and connect with others. Our mission is to raise awareness, simplify complex psychological concepts, and share practical strategies for overcoming challenges and unlocking personal potential. Through expert-led resources like essays, interviews, and videos, along with an AI-powered chatbot for personalized guidance, we aim to make mental health knowledge accessible to everyone. Additionally, we host live discussions, Zoom meetings, and collaborative workgroups to inspire conversations and build a supportive community.
Mental health is not just about addressing difficulties. It’s about embracing life’s possibilities and finding joy, meaning, and connection. At MentalHealth.lk, we explore ways to cultivate healthier lives, shield ourselves and our communities from the effects of stress, and thrive in today’s complex world. Join us on this journey to better mental health and help create a future where mental wellness is prioritized for all.

About Mahesh Rajasuriya
Mahesh Rajasuriya is a psychiatrist, an academic, and a teacher. He currently works as the Lead Psychiatrist of the Mental Health Inpatient Unit at the Riverland General Hospital at Berri, South Australia, Australia. He was the first ever consultant psychiatrist at the District General Hospital, Ampara from 2008 to 2010 before working as a Specialist Psychiatrist at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka, Colombo until 2022. Mahesh Rajasuriya is currently reading for his PhD degree on treatments for alcohol use disorder registered at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. He is a former Senior Lecturer at the Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo. Mahesh Rajasuriya is actively involved in many organisations and professional bodies.
Mahesh Rajasuriya’s research interests are mainly focused on substance use/ addiction psychiatry, psychotherapy, community mental health and sexology. He has published widely in scientific journals and other periodicals and newspapers. Refusing to be restricted to the traditional print medium, he has used seminars, webinars, workshops, media interviews, articles, publications, social media, internet blogs and other media to educate professionals and the public. This website, mentalhealth.lk, is another such endeavour by him, which is specifically designed to create a portal of culturally appropriate mental health information for Sri Lankans but may also be suitable for a wider international audience.
Affiliations
Affiliations

MentalHealth.lk, together with the same name YouTube channel and the Facebook page, intends to improve the mental health literacy of Sri Lankans and others.

Movie Susbtitles (this name will change after the next meeting), together with the same name WhatsApp group and Facebook page and with in-person meetings intends to improve geopolitical literacy of Sri Lankans and others.

Rathiya Vidu Asin, together with the same name Facebook page, and teaching through other means, intends to improve sexual health literacy of Sri Lankans and others.