Prevalence of mental health disorders among adults in Africa: A scoping review

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Major mental health disorders show significant regional variation in Africa, with prevalence rates for anxiety disorders ranging from 10-27%.
The most prevalent disorder is major depression, affecting approximately 12-35% of adults in African countries.
Socioeconomic factors like poverty and low education substantially contribute to the mental health burden among adults.
Cultural stigma and limited access to care remain significant barriers to effective mental health services throughout the continent.

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Scoping review reveals significant prevalence of mental health disorders in African adults, highlighting barriers to care and socioeconomic factors.

Hoque et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Scoping review reveals significant prevalence of mental health disorders in African adults, highlighting barriers to care and socioeconomic factors.