Global anxiety disorder cases rose by over 55 percent since 1990
In short: Researchers analyzing three decades of global health data estimated that about 301 million people, or 4.05% of the world's population, had an anxiety disorder in 2019. The number of cases rose by more than 55% since 1990, with women about 1.66 times more likely to be affected than men.
The analysis drew on the Global Burden of Disease dataset covering 204 countries and regions from 1990 to 2019, tracking prevalence, incidence, and disability. Anxiety was more common in wealthier, more urbanized regions with older populations.
Because the study relies on existing modeled estimates rather than new clinical assessments, it reveals broad patterns rather than confirmed causes.
Why it matters: Anxiety disorders have become more common worldwide over the past three decades, especially among women and in wealthier, more urban societies.
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