Mental Health Crisis In 2025 Affects Over 1 Billion People Globally With Unique Anxiety And Depression Patterns

WHO Warns, Mental Health Disorders Impact More Than 1 Billion People Globally

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Updated Sep 3, 2025 | 02:00 AM IST

SummaryOver one billion people worldwide live with mental health disorders, including anxiety and depression. Despite some policy progress, global mental health services remain underfunded, with access gaps, workforce shortages, and rising suicide rates highlighting the urgent need for investment, systemic reform, and community-based care. WHO Mental Health report states that one in every 100 deaths worldwide is caused by suicide.

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