Updated trends in the global prevalence and burden of mental disorders, 1990-2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023 - PubMed
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- Global prevalence of mental disorders increased by 95.5% from 1990 to 2023, with 1.17 billion cases estimated in 2023.
- Age-standardized prevalence rate rose 24.2% over this period, with notable increases in anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and eating disorders.
- Mental disorders accounted for 6.1% of global DALYs in 2023, making them the fifth leading cause and the top cause of years lived with disability.
- Higher DALY rates were observed in females and peaked in the 15-19 age group, with rates varying widely by country and Socio-demographic Index.
- The study emphasizes the need for enhanced surveillance and tailored prevention strategies, especially in low- and middle-income countries.