Northern Ireland stress disorder world's highest

NI stress disorder world's highest


Northern Ireland has the highest rate of post-traumatic stress disorder in the world, ahead of war-hit regions such as Israel and Lebanon, according to a major new report.

The cost of treating PTSD in the region is about £175m every year, with £46m being spent directly on helping those with problems linked to the Troubles.

Almost 40% of people questioned have experienced a conflict-related traumatic experience.

The findings are contained in a major new report by the Bamford Centre for Mental Health and Well, based at the University of Ulster and the Northern Ireland Centre for Trauma and Transformation (NICTT).

The study involved more than 30 countries, including nations with a recent history of civil conflict.
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