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# 🚘 8x EV Spend. 53% Undiagnosed Diabetics. Mental Health.
- URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/8x-ev-spend-53-undiagnosed-diabetics-mental-health/
- Published: 2024-03-13T11:15:04.000Z
- Updated: 2024-03-13T11:15:03.000Z
- Description: Chart of the Day #48 looks at EV Spending, Mental Health and Undiagnosed Diabetics
- Author: QS
- Tags: Charts

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In the last five years, the cost of caring for a child with a [mental health condition](https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-03-11/medical-costs-for-kids-mental-health-jumped-31-in-5-years?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in the US has risen by 31%, translating to an average of $4,361 per year. A recent study found that children struggling with mental health problems have a tougher time [recovering from a concussion](https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-03-11/kids-battling-mental-health-issues-have-tougher-time-recovering-from-concussion?ref=newsletters.qs.com), taking a longer time to recover and having worse emotional symptoms.

### Today's Topics

- 🧠 **Mental Health.** 58% see decline in child mental health in wealthy nations
- 🚘 **EV Spending.** 8x rise in EV spending
- 🍬 **Undiagnosed Diabetics.** 54% of Africans undiagnosed for diabetes

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## 🧠 58% See Decline in Child Mental Health in Wealthy Nations

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2024/03/HolonIQ_Survey_of_40_years_old_s_Globally_Percentage_who_believe_childhood_mental_health_has_improved_or_worsened_by_country_income_group_medians_over_the_past_generation_2021_HCH5N0QIQI5GHX4OBN6S--1-.png)

In contrast to high-income nations, [low-income countries](https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5398308/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) tend to be less accepting of mental health conditions. Despite these challenges, an intriguing finding emerges, as 55% of respondents in low-income countries believe that mental health outcomes have improved in the past generation, according to a UNICEF survey. This positive shift could be attributed to a combination of factors, including heightened [mental health awareness initiatives](https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/305968/reporting/de?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and the implementation of social security welfare projects aimed at safeguarding the mental well-being of low-income individuals.

In wealthy nations, enhanced availability of mental health services and heightened [awareness](https://www.jacintoconvit.org/social-science-series-5-mental-health-in-developed-vs-developing-countries/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) campaigns may contribute to higher rates of diagnosis, potentially influencing more individuals to perceive worsening conditions.

## 🚘 8x Rise in EV Spending

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2024/03/HolonIQ_Global_spending_on_electric_cars_by_consumers_and_government_2017_2022_Billions_USD_HCH8ZWSNSV9RIYV7JYS5.png)

Between 2017 and 2022, electric vehicle (EV) sales have seen an [eightfold increase in volumes](https://www.ev-volumes.com/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), largely propelled by government incentives for EV purchases and the growing range of EVs equivalent to traditional vehicles. While both government and consumer spending on EVs have surged, there's a notable shift, as the government's share of spending on EVs has decreased relative to total expenditure. This indicates a maturing market with a reduced reliance on subsidies. Spending by consumers and the government per EV has remained relatively stable since 2017, indicating growing customer acceptance despite reduced incentives.

## 🍬 54% of Africans Remain Undiagnosed for Diabetes

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2024/03/HolonIQ_Percentage_of_diabetics_undiagnosed_in_world_regions_2021_HCHKJ4F1ADRTDDEFFI2V.png)

The highest rate of undiagnosed diabetes is observed in [Africa](https://www.fic.nih.gov/News/GlobalHealthMatters/may-june-2023/Pages/facing-challenge-undiagnosed-diabetes--africa.aspx?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=Sub%2DSaharan%20Africa%20has%20the,International%20Diabetes%20Federation%20%28IDF%29%20.) and is said to primarily stem from insufficient access to nutritious meals, which adversely affects overall well-being. This situation is further exacerbated by the limited availability and affordability of healthcare, leading to a significant number of cases going undiagnosed, according to a recent study. In[ Southeast Asia](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5434737/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), traditional diets rooted in culture contribute to a concerning rise in diabetes cases, often going undiagnosed due to the normalization of these diets coupled with lower access to and affordability of healthcare.

The [Western Pacific](https://www.who.int/westernpacific/news-room/feature-stories/item/affordable--accessible-health-care-gets-results--financial-protection-and-people-centred-care-in-malaysia?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=Unfortunately%2C%20however%2C%20for%20many%20families,financial%20hardship%20when%20seeking%20care.) region faces a rapid surge in diabetes prevalence among young-to-middle-aged adults, potentially linked to elevated rates of childhood obesity. The delayed diagnosis raises concerns about the long-term impact on public health. Meanwhile, in [North America](https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2024/01/why-are-americans-paying-more-for-healthcare?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=The%20United%20States%20has%20one,less%20than%20half%20as%20much.) and the Caribbean, even though undiagnosed cases are low, high healthcare costs, especially for the uninsured, lead to undiagnosed cases of diabetes.

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