Name: The link between inequality and anxiety
Uploaded: 2021-09-21T14:54:51Z
Duration: 8 min 20 s
Description: Why are global levels of anxiety and depression so high? Social epidemiologist Richard Wilkinson presents compelling data on the impact of inequality on mental health and social relationships in countries around the world. "Inequality," he says, "is the enemy between us."

Why are global levels of anxiety and depression so high? Social epidemiologist Richard Wilkinson presents compelling data on the impact of inequality on mental health and social relationships in countries around the world. "Inequality," he says, "is the enemy between us."

Richard Wilkinson: The link between inequality and anxiety

The link between inequality and anxiety

Greater material differences amplify feelings of superiority and inferiority, eroding community life and increasing violence.

Reducing societal inequality is key to healing divisions and addressing the surge in depression, anxiety, and mental illness.

Inequality fuels anxiety: societies with larger income disparities experience higher levels of mental distress and violence.