Global Mental Health Disorders Highlighted at World Health Assembly Amid Rising Concerns
The World Health Organization (WHO) is addressing the global mental health crisis at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva. With over one billion people affected by mental health conditions, the assembly is focusing on the rising prevalence of disorders such as anxiety and depression. Despite the scale of the issue, mental health remains underfunded, with only two percent of health budgets allocated globally. The WHO categorizes mental health disorders into several groups, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and psychotic disorders. The assembly aims to bring attention to the need for increased funding and resources to address these widespread conditions.