Global Trends and Correlations in Mental Health Disorders: A Comprehensive Analysis from 1990 to 2019

Owen R. Thornton *

Department of Neuroscience and Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.

Wenjun Li

Department of Oral Craniofacial Biomedicine, Adams School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.


Abstract

This original paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the prevalence and trends in mental health disorders (n=6,420) from 1990 to 2019. Utilizing a sourced dataset, statistical methods are used to explore the increasing rates of mental health disorders, with a focus on healthcare workers, gender disparities, and geographical variations. The study reveals a significant increase in the prevalence of mental health disorders over the past three decades. Healthcare workers were found to be at a particularly higher risk for adverse mental health outcomes. Additionally, the data showed notable geographical variations, indicating the need for region-specific healthcare policies. Gender disparities were also evident, emphasizing the importance of gender-specific mental health interventions. Policymakers and healthcare providers should consider these findings to implement effective mental health programs, especially for at-risk groups like healthcare workers. The study also highlights the need for future research to provide a more comprehensive understanding of mental health trends globally.

Keywords: Mental health disorders, healthcare workers, gender disparities, mood disorders, mental disorders


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Thornton, O. R., & Wenjun Li. (2024). Global Trends and Correlations in Mental Health Disorders: A Comprehensive Analysis from 1990 to 2019. International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal, 21(2), 36–53. https://doi.org/10.9734/indj/2024/v21i2425

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