The changing trend and prediction of the burden of anxiety disorder in Chinese population from 2022 to 2035

Globally and in middle SDI countries, prevalence, incidence, and DALY rates increased, with the 30-34 age group showing the highest case burden (women outnumbering men) and peak DALY rates in younger adults (25-29 globally, 20-24 in middle SDI). In contrast, China saw a decline in prevalence and incidence, with the burden peaking later (50-54 for cases, 75-84 for DALYs). Projections indicate rising anxiety disorder burden in China by 2035, necessitating region- and age-specific interventions.