This study investigated the causal relationship between poverty and various mental health conditions, including ADHD, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and anorexia nervosa. Using data from over 500,000 participants, the researchers found a bidirectional causal relationship between poverty and ADHD as well as schizophrenia. They also identified a one-directional causal effect of poverty on major depressive disorder and an inverse causal relationship between poverty and anorexia nervosa.
The findings suggest that poverty can lead to the development of certain mental health problems, and conversely, mental illness can also contribute to financial instability and poverty. This vicious cycle is further exacerbated by factors like cognitive ability, which was found to account for about 30% of the effect of poverty on mental illness.
The study highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to address the intertwined issues of poverty and mental health, considering the increasing income inequalities and the rising incidence of mental illness globally. Policymakers and healthcare providers must work together to develop strategies that break this cycle and improve mental health outcomes for all.
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by Eve : www.medscape.com 07-26-2024
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