Worse Self-Rated Health Seen for Adults With Poor Mental Health Worldwide

Summary: A recent worldwide study found that adults who struggle with poor mental health also feel worse about their overall physical health. They tend to have more chronic illnesses and often receive lower-quality medical care. The study looked at people in 18 different countries and found that in most places, women reported poor mental health more often than men. Sadly, people with poor mental health also have less trust in the healthcare system, and many are not getting the help they need.

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