Goa District Hospitals Report Rise in Mental Health Cases

In Goa, more people have been going to district hospitals for mental health help since April 2022.

Both the Asilo Mapusa and Hospicio Margao hospitals saw increases in patients.

Many months had over 1,000 visits.

Most patients are young adults and senior citizens.

Sometimes, more women than men sought mental health services, particularly older women.

The state government reported these findings.