Understanding Anxiety and Depression in Global Context with Focus on Risk Factors and Intervention Strategies: A Study in Reference to Indore, M.P.
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Understanding Anxiety and Depression in Global Context with Focus on Risk Factors and Intervention Strategies: A Study in Reference to Indore, M.P.
Dr Megha Manish Sharma
Associate professor
Dr Ap j Abdul Kalam University Indore
Research (psychology) Department
Abstract
Mental health has emerged as a critical global concern in recent decades, with anxiety and depression being the most common psychological disorders affecting individuals across all age groups. The World Health Organization estimates that more than 280 million people suffer from anxiety and over 260 million from depression worldwide. India, being a rapidly developing nation, has seen a sharp rise in mental health issues, particularly among urban youth. Indore, one of the fastest-growing cities in Madhya Pradesh, reflects this growing mental health crisis due to increasing academic pressure, social isolation, digital overload, and changing lifestyle patterns.
This study aims to explore the prevalence, risk factors, and coping strategies related to anxiety and depression in the youth population of Indore. A descriptive survey method was adopted, and data were collected from 300 individuals aged 16 to 35 years, using the standardized DASS-21 scale along with a self-prepared questionnaire. The findings indicate that social media overuse, academic stress, and family conflicts are the most significant contributors to anxiety and depression in the city. While a section of the youth is engaging in positive coping mechanisms like yoga, peer counseling, and therapy, a large number still rely on unhealthy methods such as suppression or withdrawal.
The study highlights the urgent need for mental health awareness campaigns, institutional counseling support, and community-based intervention strategies. By focusing on both global trends and the local context of Indore, the research offers meaningful insights into tackling mental health issues through a multidimensional approach involving education, policy, and psychological support systems.
Keywords
Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Risk Factors, Coping Strategies, Intervention, Indore
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