Overview

• Health authorities underscore a persistent treatment gap in the Americas, with only about one in five people receiving care, as 2025’s theme prioritizes access during disasters and emergencies.
• Youth distress continues to rise, with PAHO reporting a 14% post‑lockdown increase in anxiety and depression among 15–24‑year‑olds and UNAM finding elevated symptoms in new students, including roughly one in three with depression and about 4% reporting suicidal ideation or attempts.
• Universities are expanding services yet cannot meet demand alone, with UNAM’s Prosam surpassing 25,000 consultations and Espora deploying over 150 specialists across 31 sites, while funding shortfalls and legal barriers for minors constrain broader access.
• Workplace strain is widespread, as surveys show high burnout and anxiety and experts criticize ‘cosmetic’ compliance with Mexico’s NOM‑035, calling for leadership changes, workload adjustments, continuous measurement and safe channels for dialogue.
• Mexico lists multiple free options for immediate support, including Línea de la Vida (800 911 2000), Locatel (*0311/55 5658 1111), IMSS guidance (800 2222 668, option 4), UNAM’s remote line (55 5025 0855) and SAPTEL (55 5259 8121).