Mental Health Issues in Madhya Pradesh: Insights from National Mental Health Survey of India 2016.

ABSTRACT: About 14% of the global mental health burden is contributed by India. However, there exists a disparity in mental health patterns, utilization, and prioritization among various Indian states. The state of Madhya Pradesh is a low performer among Indian states, ranking lower than the national average on the Human Development Index, Hunger Index, and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The state also performes poorly on other health-related indicators. Objectives of Study: To estimate the prevalence and patterns of mental illnesses in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. This study used the multistage, stratified, random cluster sampling technique, with selection probability proportionate to size at each stage. A total of 3240 individuals 18 years and older were interviewed. The mixed-method study t

SUBMITTER: Kokane A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6627290 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature