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The study conducted by IIT Jodhpur is based on the 75th Round National Sample Survey, 2017-18, according to a press release issued by the institution. | Education News
The study also shed light on the significant out-of-pocket expenses incurred by individuals seeking mental health services, largely due to reliance on the private sector.
Stigma in society acts as a significant barrier to reporting mental health issues. In today's society, the reluctance to report mental health issues persists due to the prevailing stigma. Individuals, fearing social judgment, often choose silence over seeking help., Education News, Times Now
A study by the Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur, found that the self-reporting rate for mental health problems in India is less than 1%. The study, based on data from the 75th round of the National Sample Survey, 2017-18, revealed that social stigma is a significant factor in low self-reporting. The study also revealed a socioeconomic divide, with self-reporting being 1.73 times higher among the rich compared to the poorest.