In the video, Professor Dr. Brenda Penninx highlights a significant increase in the prevalence of anxiety disorders, with a 50% rise over the last decade, affecting about 10% of the population. This trend is observed in both psychiatric epidemiological studies and medical healthcare data, particularly among younger adults and adolescents. Anxiety disorders have a substantial impact on the burden of disease, ranking among the top 10 disorders by WHO, due to their extensive disability effects on work, social, and overall functioning. The early onset of these disorders can lead to a lifelong burden, emphasizing the need for concern and action.
Professor Dr. Brenda Penninx
Amsterdam UMC, Department of Psychiatry, The Netherlands
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