People around the world are taking more and more responsibility for their health and well-being. This was already an emerging trend and COVID-19 has accelerated it. Busy routines, unprecedented stress, and a hyper-connected lifestyle, in turn, further contribute to negatively impacting our mental health.
Even before the pandemic, Latin America already stood out for its high levels of anxiety and depression, with Brazil reaching the rank of the most anxious country in the world in a 2017 UN report1. Due to these public health issues and the growing awareness of the importance of preventive health, the mental health category has seen steady growth.
Functional mental health products are rapidly gaining popularity globally due to consumer demand for solutions that help with mood swings, stress, and anxiety.
Read in this report prepared by the IFF Health team what are the main trends in mental health in Latin America and how the population of the region understands selfcare related to this emerging health issue.
1 Depression and Other Common Mental Disorders. Global Health Estimates.Complete the form to download your copy