Hong Kong Records Highest Depression And Anxiety Levels
Hong Kong's latest depression index survey, conducted by the Mental Health Association and CUHK's Department of Social Work in 2025, found record-high mental health scores based on 2,695 street and online responses. Average depression reached 7.27 and anxiety 5.90, with nearly 30% reporting moderate-to-severe depression and 22.6% moderate-to-severe anxiety; Generation Z showed particularly high rates and many respondents avoid seeking professional help.
Key Points
- 1Finds overall depression score at 7.27 with nearly 30% moderate-to-severe symptoms
- 2Shows Generation Z highest affected: 43.5% depression, 32.7% anxiety among 18–24s
- 3Indicates service gap: 55% hesitant to seek professional help, suggesting outreach needed
Scoring Rationale
Official Hong Kong survey provides robust, actionable statistics; limited geographic scope constrains broader international impact.
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