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Mental Disorders

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Dr. D. S. PooniaPsychiatrist • 12 Years Exp.MD - Psychiatry, Certificate in rTMS, Certificate in rTMS, ECT & tDCS

 More than 17 crores (14%) of Indian population needs mental health intervention. Still, one out of ten people utilizes professional help for mental health problems. There is a huge gap between the services needed urgently and services available to reduce the burden. 

Other facts about mental health disorders·        

  • 1 out of 4 is suffering from mental health issues       
  • 1 out of 5 is suffering from Depression       
  • Near around 20% of the world's children and adolescents have mental disorders or problems      
  • Mental and substance use disorders are the leading cause of disability worldwide       
  •  Around 8,00,000 people commit suicide every year, and it's a second leading cause of death in the 15-29 age group       
  • Mental health disorder can happen to anyone and are not a sign of weakness or fault

Lack of awareness, Stigma, and Discrimination are the biggest hurdle against patients and families for seeking mental health care. In case you have a concern or query you can always Consult with the best Psychiatrists in Jaipur & get answers to your questions!

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