Understanding the mental health landscape in Northern Ireland
Poor mental health is a very significant issue in Northern Ireland.
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1 in 5 adults in Northern Ireland have a mental health condition at any one time, meaning that the country has a 25% higher overall prevalence of mental illness than England.
Northern Ireland also has a significantly higher rate of depression than the rest of the UK, according to trends in prescription medication.