The number of mental illness in our country is higher among children than among adults. According to the Ministry of Health, last year there were more than 210 cases per 100,000 inhabitants among minors, and 146 cases among adults.

According to statistics, most cases of mental disease were recorded in Briceni district, 491 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.

In Orhei district, over 400 cases and 319 cases in Basarabeasca district.

In total, over 5,600 cases were registered.

Today the World Mental Health Day is celebrated and is devoted to psychological first aid.