Mental Health Worldwide Statistics and in Namibia

What is Mental health and how is it link to our daily livelihood?

Mental health is a pillar that is equally important to our health, and it cannot be neglected. Remember just like in the physical structure when one pillar is tempered with it can cause a problem to the whole building, and that is no difference when it comes to our health life. if one area of our health pillar is not taken care of, then our entire health is in trouble. 

Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It has intrinsic and instrumental value and is integral to our well-being.

At any one time, a diverse set of individual, family, community and structural factors may combine to protect or undermine mental health. Although most people are resilient, people who are exposed to adverse circumstances – including poverty, violence, disability and inequality – are at higher risk of developing a mental health condition.

Many mental health conditions can be effectively treated at relatively low cost, yet health systems remain significantly under-resourced and treatment gaps are wide all over the world. Mental health care is often poor in quality when delivered. People with mental health conditions often also experience stigma, discrimination and human rights violations.

Here below is the ATLAS Worldwide Mental Health Statistics:


Mental Health Statistics in Namibia

In Namibia, the prevalence of mental illnesses is estimated at 25.6% and is expected to double by 2030.

 

Visit the Namibian Newspaper Online to read more on the Namibian Mental Health Statistics and the Stigma and Misconceptions on Mental Health. 

The importance of Healthy Eating and the Mental Health





References

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Mental Health. https://www.who.int./healthg-topics/mental-health#tab=tab_1 

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