The Local Switzerland

Moon not to blame for madness: Swiss study

Thu, 02 May 2019 21:52:13 +0200

The moon is closely linked with madness in the popular imagination and the word 'lunatic' even includes a reference to our closest celestial body.

Survey: Switzerland has mental health Röstigraben

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 12:39:18 +0100

People in French and Italian-speaking parts of Switzerland are nearly twice as likely to feel depressed as those in German regions, according to a report.

Depression exacts heavy cost on Swiss economy

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:17:00 +0200

Almost one in six Swiss residents suffers from symptoms of depression, an illness that costs Switzerland’s economy an estimated 11 billion francs a year, a report released on Monday says.

Switzerland 'one of Europe's suicide capitals'

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:56:46 +0200

Between 15,000 and 25,000 people attempt to kill themselves in Switzerland every year, according to a new survey, confirming Switzerland's place as one of the suicide capitals of Europe.

Expat women 'often depressed'

Tue, 22 May 2012 13:10:52 +0200

Depression among expat women in Switzerland is a growing problem, psychologists say, with women accompanying working husbans particularly vulnerable.