Is social inequality the hidden driver of global anxiety?

Health · Published 8 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Explore how the gap between the rich and poor shapes our mental well-being. Social epidemiologist Richard Wilkinson examines the profound impact of inequality on depression and social bonds.

In this talk, Richard Wilkinson presents data regarding the connection between widespread inequality and rising levels of anxiety and depression across various nations. He argues that inequality acts as a fundamental barrier to healthy social relationships, describing it as the 'enemy between us'.

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