The international nurse is reviewing disability-adjusted life-years (DALY)statistics.Which category of health problem should the nurse identify as the reason for the majority of years lost to disability globally?

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According to the World Health Organization, mental disorders including depression, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia are responsible for the majority of years lost to disability globally. Mental disorders account for approximately 32% of the global burden of non-communicable diseases.

The International Nurse Is Reviewing Disability-Adjusted Life-Years (DALY)statistics