GBD 2017: WHO Prevalence Estimates of Mental Disorders in Conflict Settings
2019
This article published by The Lancet estimates the prevalence of mental disorders in conflict settings. This updated systematic review draws on studies, reports, other literature reviews, and other publications to compile data on the prevalence of depression, anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Using meta-regression approaches that adjust for predictors of mental disorders, the authors calculated prevalence estimates for conflict settings in the last 10 years. The authors estimate that one in five (22.1%) people in conflict-affected settings experienced a mental disorder, , higher than the global mean prevalence of about 7%. The authors also predict the prevalence of each disorder, stratified by severity as well as comorbidity between disorders. The findings of this systematic review and meta-analysis underscore the need to invest in governance for mental health; integrated community mental health services; health promotion and prevention strategies; and evidence and research for mental health in conflict-affected settings.
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GBD 2017: WHO Prevalence Estimates of Mental Disorders in Conflict Settings
Source:
Charlson F et al. New WHO Prevalence Estimates of Mental Disorders in Conflict Settings: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. The Lancet 2019; 394(10194): 240-248. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(19)30934-1.