MENTAL HEALTH IN THE MODERN WORLD: THE PROBLEM AND SOLUTIONS

To analyze current mental health problems, assess the prevalence of mental disorders, identify key determinants, and evaluate access to mental health care in different countries.

A narrative analytical review with a comparative synthesis of international and national data on mental health for 2019-2025 was conducted, including scientific publications, reports and estimates from the World Health Organization, Global Burden of Disease, World Mental Health, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, and national data from Ukraine.

Mental health significantly affects quality of life, productivity, and social stability. The COVID-19 pandemic, military conflicts, and economic instability have increased the prevalence of depressive, anxiety, and stress-related disorders worldwide. A high global burden of mental disorders and major regional differences were identified. The treatment gap remains especially high in low- and middle-income countries, where less than 10% of the population receives adequate care. In developed countries, coverage reaches 20-40%, although inequalities, long waiting times, and stigmatization persist. In Ukraine, the prevalence of mental disorders is estimated at 31-36% due to socio-economic instability and military conflict.

The findings highlight the need to integrate mental health services into primary health care, expand community-based support models, and implement comprehensive policies to reduce the global burden of mental disorders.