Study: Mental Illness Common in Europe

About 38% of people in Europe have some type of mental illness, a new study estimates. That’s a total of about 165 million people. And most do not get treatment, researchers said. The study was based on data from more than 30 countries. It included common illnesses such as depression and anxiety. Alcohol and drug dependence also was part of the study. But the sweep was even broader. The study also included conditions such as attention disorders, sleep problems and dementia. The authors said only about one-third of people get treatment. The European College of Neuropsychopharmacology released the study. The Associated Press wrote about it September 6.