Mental Health Situation in India
- By DTMT Network
- May 30, 2023
- Infographics
Over 195 million people in India suffer from mental illness, of which only 15% seek professional help
- 1/3 of global burden - India alone accounts for about 30% of the world’s depression, addiction and suicides
- 45.7 mn people are affected by depressive disorders
- Almost 45 mn Indians live with anxiety disorders.
- In 2017, 7.6 million people had bipolar disorder in India
- 22.4% of adults struggle with a substance abuse disorder.
- 89% of Indians report that they are dealing with excessive stress
- 1 suicide-related death takes place every 3 minutes in India.