Global, regional, and national trends in the burden of bipolar disorder among women of reproductive age from 1990 to 2021, and projections to 2041: a systematic analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

From 1990 to 2021, the disease burden of BD among women of reproductive age has continued to rise globally, exhibiting significant regional, national, and socioeconomic disparities. This highlights the uneven development of mental health systems across different settings. Countries should develop more targeted mental health intervention strategies based on their stage of development. It is recommended to strengthen early screening, standardized diagnosis, and long-term comprehensive management for women of reproductive age, in order to effectively reduce the disease burden and improve overall mental health in this population.