The data on mental and behavioral disorders mortality in Finland indicates a fluctuating trend over the past decade, with values decreasing from 36.9 deaths per hundred thousand persons in 2013 to 34.3 in 2017. However, there was a notable spike in 2018, with the rate rising to 38.0 before stabilizing around 37.4 in 2023.
Between 2021 and 2023, the year-on-year variations were relatively small, showing minor increases of around 0.27% each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the last five years stands at -0.32%, reflecting a slight overall decline in mortality rates in this period.
The forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict stability in the mortality rate, with a negligible CAGR of 0.05% and a forecasted 5-year growth rate of 0.27% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in mental health policy, advancements in treatment and prevention, and societal factors that may impact these mortality rates. Monitoring these elements will be crucial for understanding and addressing underlying causes.
