Suicide
Key facts Close to 800 000 people die due to suicide every year. For every suicide there are many more people who attempt suicide every year. A prior suicide attempt […]
Mental health in emergencies
Key facts Almost all people affected by emergencies will experience psychological distress, which for most people will improve over time. Among people who have experienced war or other conflict in […]
Mental health of older adults
Key facts Globally, the population is ageing rapidly. Between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of the world’s population over 60 years will nearly double, from 12% to 22%. Mental health […]
Dementia
Key facts Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in memory, thinking, behaviour and the ability to perform everyday activities. Although dementia mainly affects older people, it is […]
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Key facts One in 160 children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD)(1). ASDs begin in childhood and tend to persist into adolescence and adulthood. While some people with ASD can […]
Depression
Key facts Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is […]
Mental Disorders
Key facts There are many different mental disorders, with different presentations. They are generally characterized by a combination of abnormal thoughts, perceptions, emotions, behaviour and relationships with others. Mental disorders […]
