Analysis indicates varied trends in European healthcare expenditure on mental health and substance abuse facilities. The Czech Republic, the highest spender, saw a 0.36% increase, while Latvia and Slovenia experienced significant declines of -4.95% and -5.09%, respectively. Finland reported a notable rise of 15.27%. Slight increases were observed in Greece, Romania, Liechtenstein, and France, contrasting with reductions in Estonia, Croatia, Switzerland, Denmark, and Belgium. The average annual change over the past five years presents mixed growth and decline across countries, reflecting disparate national priorities and economic conditions.
Future trends to watch include:
- An increased allocation towards mental health services in currently low-spending countries.
- Potential policy changes influencing funding, especially in countries with recent negative variations.
- Emerging societal awareness and advocacy possibly driving higher expenditures in the upcoming years, particularly in Northern and Western European nations.
Top countries in Healthcare Expenditure on Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Current Health Expenditure | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 3.94 | 2023 | +2.07% | +0.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 2.18 | 2023 | -4.8% | -4.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 1.73 | 2023 | 0% | +15.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 1.71 | 2023 | -6.56% | -5.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1.41 | 2023 | +5.22% | +0.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 1.07 | 2023 | -4.46% | -5.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 0.75 | 2023 | +8.7% | +1.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 0.7 | 2023 | 0% | -1.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 0.49 | 2023 | 0% | -1.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.41 | 2023 | +5.13% | +4.44% | View data |
