Beyond the Smog: Unveiling the Invisible Toll of Air Pollution on the People's Mental Well-Being in Lahore, Pakistan.

Summary: Have you ever thought about how the air you breathe affects your mood? In Lahore, Pakistan, thick smog isn't just bad for the lungs—it's hurting people's minds, too. Researchers looked at online studies and found a strong link between breathing polluted air and mental health struggles like depression, anxiety, and brain fog. Even with some efforts to clean the air, the smog remains a huge problem. This study shows that we urgently need better rules and actions to clear the air and protect everyone's mental well-being.