Mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety and schizophrenia, are an important issue in Indonesia. In Yogyakarta, the prevalence of mental disorders was recorded at 0.78% in 2024. (freepik)
Mental health disorders are a syndrome or group of symptoms that affect a person’s thoughts, feelings and behavior, causing dysfunction in carrying out daily activities.
Some types of mental disorders include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behavior.
In the 2022 national mental health survey, it was found that 5.5% of adolescents aged 10 to 17 years experienced mental disorders, with 1% suffering from depression, 3.7% experiencing anxiety disorders, 0.9% experiencing Secondary Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (SPTSD ), and 0.5% were diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
In 2023, the prevalence of depression in the 14 to 25 year age group will be recorded at 2%. Meanwhile, in the city of Yogyakarta in 2024, there were 3,239 people with mental disorders, with a prevalence of 0.78%, and 1,285 of them suffered from serious mental disorders.
Mental health disorders can be influenced by various factors, with genetic and environmental factors being the two main causes. These factors include:
- Decreasing traits
- Environmental exposure before birth
- Brain chemistry
This can cause mental disorders such as:
- Personality disorders
- Mood disorders
- Psychotic disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Impulse control disorders and addiction
- Eating disorders
Symptoms of mental health disorders
Signs and symptoms of mental health disorders can vary depending on the type of disorder, individual condition, and other factors that influence it.
However, in general, mental health problems can give rise to the following symptoms:
- Feeling sad all the time.
- Confused or unable to concentrate.
- Fear, excessive worry, or extreme feelings of guilt.
- Extreme mood swings.
- Withdrawing from contact with friends or doing activities. Experiencing delusions, paranoia or hallucinations.
- Inability to cope with everyday problems or stress.
- Difficulty understanding situations and relating to people.
- Problems with alcohol or drug use.
Efforts of the Yogyakarta health service
To overcome the problem of mental disorders, integrated prevention and control efforts are carried out, involving various programs and collaboration between the government and private sectors.
The Yogyakarta City Government, through the Healthy City Forum, has formed a Community Mental Health Implementation Team (TPKJM) and established a Mental Health Alert Village (KSSJ).
This forum is a forum for cross-sector coordination to deal with mental health and psychosocial problems in the city.
The Health Service takes a strategic role in preventing mental disorders through:
- Education
- Promotion
- Other preventive activities include early detection and early intervention to prevent the development of further mental disorders.
Head of the P2P PTM and Mental Health Section, Dr. Iva Kusdyarini, explained that early detection of mental disorders is carried out through screening which is usually combined with screening activities for other non-communicable diseases. (Halodoc/Mayo Clinic/Yogyakarta City Health Service/Z-3)
Mental Health Disorders in Indonesia: A Not-So-Quiet Epidemic!
Ah, mental health! It’s a topic that’s less comfortable than sitting on a cactus, yet absolutely critical—much like knowing when to stop eating at an all-you-can-eat buffet. In Indonesia, particularly in the charming city of Yogyakarta, mental health disorders seem to have decided that they want a seat at the table, and their presence has been quantified at a rather alarming 0.78% as of 2024. Now, let’s dive into this psyche soup!
What Are Mental Disorders, Anyway?
Mental health disorders are a bit like that surprise ingredient in your grandma’s stew; you might not know it’s there, but you’ll certainly feel it later! This group of symptoms can play havoc with your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, causing daily activities to resemble an obstacle course set up by a blindfolded toddler.
Common aquatic life in this murky mental health pond includes:
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Eating disorders
- Addictive behaviors
Grab Your Calculators: The Numbers Never Lie!
According to the 2022 national mental health survey, adolescents aged 10 to 17 are not having the best time of their lives. A whopping 5.5% are dealing with mental disorders, with 1% tangled in the dark web of depression and 3.7% feeling anxiety tighter than their skinny jeans. There’s even the joy of 0.9% suffering from Secondary Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (SPTSD). Fun times ahead!
But don’t fret, our favorite city, Yogyakarta, managed to compile an interesting list of 3,239 people strutting around with mental disorders in 2024. Just to break it down, that’s 1,285 of them suffering from serious mental disorders. I mean, at least they’re all in it together—misery loves company!
Causes? Oh, It’s Complicated!
As if life wasn’t complicated enough, mental health disorders can spring from a cocktail of genetic and environmental factors. This includes:
- Decreasing traits (I guess that’s not why my uncle’s a bit funny!)
- Environmental exposure before birth (so, yeah, the fetus should definitely avoid your karaoke sessions)
- Brain chemistry (not the stuff you learned in high school!)
Spotting the Signs: What to Watch For!
Have you ever known someone who felt sadder than a puppy left out in the rain? Signs and symptoms of mental health disorders can vary widely, but here are some general indicators:
- Feeling sad ALL the time (and not the good kind of sad during a romantic movie)
- Confused or unable to concentrate (sorry, not me, you’re just boring!)
- Excessive worry or extreme feelings of guilt (it’s okay; we all can’t be perfect)
- Mood swings that could give roller coasters a run for their money
- Withdrawal from social activities (who knew Netflix and your couch could be so alluring?)
- Substance abuse (because sometimes the only friend you think you have is a gin bottle)
Yogyakarta’s Health Service Taking Charge!
Now, if you think the situation looks gloomy, here comes Yogyakarta’s rescue team! The city government is actually giving it a jolly good go with its Healthy City Forum, which has birthed the Community Mental Health Implementation Team (TPKJM) and established the Mental Health Alert Village (KSSJ). Sounds like a superhero team just for the mind! 🦸♂️
Under the leadership of Dr. Iva Kusdyarini, the health service is all about early detection and prevention. This isn’t just about waving the hands of a clock; it’s about screening activities that double as checks for other non-communicable diseases. Because why not kill two (hypothetical) birds with one diagnostic tool?
Final Thoughts: In Conclusion
Mental health is no laughing matter—although I can’t guarantee we won’t try! In the bustling streets of Yogyakarta, addressing mental health disorders requires collaboration from both the government and the private sector. So, let’s put our collective brainpower together, and stop mental health from being the awkward social topic nobody wants to discuss. Remember, being open about it is the first step toward well-being, not to mention a bread and butter for comedians like me!
How can communities support individuals struggling with mental health issues?
Have our moments!)
In the face of this mental health crisis, the Yogyakarta health service is not sitting idly by. They are throwing on their superhero capes, teaming up with various sectors to tackle the problem head-on. Through initiatives like the Healthy City Forum, they’ve mobilized the Community Mental Health Implementation Team (TPKJM) and have even established Mental Health Alert Villages (KSSJ) to foster communal support and awareness. Dr. Iva Kusdyarini from the Health Service elaborates on this strategy, emphasizing the significance of early detection through screening programs, which also focus on educational outreach and preventive measures. Navigating the waters of mental health can be as tricky as walking a tightrope while juggling flaming torches, but with increased awareness, proper intervention, and support from communities, the hope is to reduce these alarming statistics. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey—reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. So let’s keep the conversation going, break the stigma around mental health, and provide support to those in need. Because at the end of the day, everyone deserves to feel happy, balanced, and as fabulous as they can be!Yogyakarta’s Warriors: Battling Mental Health Issues
Final Thoughts: Mental Health Matters!
