Opportunities for international collaboration in COVID-19 mental health research.

The COVID-19 pandemic has occurred at a moment in history when socio-political factors are promoting a turn towards national insularity and increased borders, parallel to a devaluation and politicisation of expertise. From a mental health perspective, this global crisis starkly illustrates the inherent dangers in such trends. This is surely an opportune moment for mental health scientists, practitioners, stakeholders and experts by experience to lead by example and to develop an International Collaboration in Pandemic Mental Health Science with the ultimate aim of making evidencebased guidance and resources rapidly and universally available to optimise outcomes for all.