Low education linked to higher mental illness risk across all ages

A Swedish study tracking 1.6 million people found that educational attainment is strongly associated with mental health outcomes, substance abuse, and self-harm across age groups. The findings suggest education policy and workforce development strategies may have measurable public health consequences—and could influence healthcare planning and social support priorities.

Originaltitel: Educational level and the risk of mental disorders, substance use disorders and self-harm in different age-groups: A cohort study covering 1,6 million subjects in the Stockholm region