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ArticleWorld journal of psychiatry2025

Burden of mental disorders and risk factors in the Western Pacific region from 1990 to 2021.

Ya-Xin Xu, Xiao-Xuan Niu, Wen-Chang Jia, Jing Wen, Xue-Lin Cheng, Yan Han, Ming-Hui Peng, Jing Zhou, Yao Liu, Sun-Fang Jiang and 1 more

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  1. Burden and Trends of Nasopharyngeal Cancer Among Younger People in the Western Pacific Region, 1990 to 2021: Findings from the 2021 Global Burden of Disease Study.Journal of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery = Le Journal d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-faciale
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Ya-Xin XuDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Xiao-Xuan NiuDepartment of Nutrition, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China.
Wen-Chang JiaDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Jing WenDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Xue-Lin ChengDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Yan HanDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Ming-Hui PengDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Jing ZhouDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Yao LiuDepartment of General Practice, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Sun-Fang JiangDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China.
Xiao-Pan LiDepartment of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200030, China. zsjkglzx@163.com.

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Abstract

backgroundThe burden of mental disorders (MD) in the Western Pacific Region (WPR) remains a critical public health concern, with substantial variations across demographics and countries.

aimTo analyze the burden of MD in the WPR from 1990 to 2021, along with associated risk factors, to reveal changing trends and emerging challenges.

methodsWe used data from the Global Burden of Disease 2021, analyzing prevalence, incidence, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) of MD from 1990 to 2021. Statistical methods included age-standardisation and uncertainty analysis to address variations in population structure and data completeness.

resultsBetween 1990 and 2021, the prevalence of MD rose from 174.40 million cases [95% uncertainty interval (UI): 160.17-189.84] to 234.90 million cases (95%UI: 219.04-252.50), with corresponding DALYs increasing from 22.8 million (95%UI: 17.22-28.79) to 32.07 million (95%UI: 24.50-40.68). During this period, the burden of MD shifted towards older age groups. Depressive and anxiety disorders were predominant, with females showing higher DALYs for depressive and anxiety disorders, and males more affected by conduct disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism spectrum disorders. Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia reported the highest burdens, whereas Vietnam, China, and Brunei Darussalam reported the lowest. Additionally, childhood sexual abuse and bullying, and intimate partner violence emerged as significant risk factors.

conclusionThis study highlights the significant burden of MD in the WPR, with variations by age, gender, and nation. The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has exacerbated the situation, emphasizing the need for a coordinated response.

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Disability-adjusted life yearsGlobal Burden of DiseaseMental disordersRisk factorsWestern pacific region

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