The World Health Organization data shows that more than 10 percent. people around the world struggle with mental health problems. People suffering from depression constitute the largest group. Patients struggle, inter alia, with difficulties in functioning in society. In extreme cases, this disease can lead to suicide
Today we celebrate World Mental Health Day
Published Oct. 10, 2022 09:42
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According to WHO, the number of people affected by mental health disorders reaches almost 800 million. The most common disease is depression. About 3.8 percent suffer from it. world population. The disease affects 5 percent. adults and almost 6 percent. adults over 60 years of age. A disturbing trend is the growing problem of mental health problems among young people. Depression can lead to suicide. Every year, more than 700,000 people die because of taking their lives. people. Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death in people aged 15-29.
World Mental Health Day was established in 1992.
