Post-COVID-19, Brazil faces a significant mental health crisis, as reported by the Global Mind Project. Their extensive survey of 420,000 people across 71 countries reveals a concerning stagnation in mental health. Alarmingly, 34% of Brazilians, mainly under 35, report distress, ranking low globally. In contrast, nations like the Dominican Republic, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania boast […]
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