Depression remains a neglected global health crisis: report

This world failed to overcome the global depression crisis that survived and more seriously faced, the Psychiatry and World Association Commission on Depression had stated. The document was released Tuesday night It is estimated that 5% of adults throughout the world suffer from depression every year, but remain a neglected global health crisis. A poor understanding of this condition and the lack of psychosocial and financial resources has had an impact on the prevention, diagnosis, care, and economic prosperity of the country.

There is a lot of evidence that can be done to prevent depression and recovery assistance even in limited resource settings, but the burden of people living with depression, many of them are not diagnosed and the consequences are not treated. While in high-income countries, about half of people who suffer from depression are under this category, this rose to 80-90% in low and medium-sized income countries. As expected, the Covid-19 pandemic has created additional challenges, with difficulties, mourning, isolation, and uncertainty, in addition to limited access to health care that worsens mental health conditions, and bring more people to a ravine.

The document was written by 25 experts from 11 countries covering neuroscience disciplines to global health and suggested by people with depression experience. Professor Chair of the Helen Herrman commission said: “Depression is a global health crisis that demands a response at various levels. This commission offers an important opportunity for united actions to change the approach to mental health care and prevention globally. Investing in reducing the burden of depression will provide millions of people’s opportunity To become a healthier member of the community, happier and more productive, help strengthen the national economy, and advance the purpose of sustainable development unity for 2030.

The time of the Lancet-WPA Commission for United’s actions in depression ‘has called for the approach of the entire community to prevent depression, in what lines have been made for conditions such as heart disease or cancer Author Author Charles Reynolds added: “We know that most individuals with depression at all stages of life will recover if they get adequate support and care. With healthy science, political will, and shared responsibility, depression can be prevented and processed and potential Disabling the consequences avoided. We must empower people with depression experience along with family, practitioners, policy makers and civil society to overcome the tsunami needs that are not fulfilled. “

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