Mental Health in the Middle East

DECEMBER 2024  - Mental health challenges in the Middle East are widespread and remain a significant opportunity for continued improvement. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 15% of the region’s population suffers from mental health disorders, with depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among the most common conditions. The prevalence of PTSD is particularly high in conflict zones like Yemen, Iraq, and Syria, affecting 25%–30% of the population in these areas.  Depression is the leading cause of disability, affecting approximately 5% of the adult population in the region. Anxiety disorders, affecting 4%–7% of the population, are often exacerbated by economic uncertainty, high youth unemployment, and political instability...GO TO THIS WHITEPAPER BY CLICKING HERE