Delhi's toxic air: Affects mental health, causes depression

India Dec 15, 2025

Delhi's air is at crisis levels again, with AQI numbers soaring above 450 in many areas.
While most of us know bad air can mess with our lungs and hearts, new research shows it's also taking a toll on our minds—raising stress, anxiety, and even depression.

Air pollution isn't just physical—it's mental too

Studies now link high PM2.5 exposure to increased stress and depression for people aged 18-65.
There's more: long-term pollution has been tied to cognitive decline, higher risk of depression, autism spectrum disorders in kids, and anxiety in teens.
This serves as a wake-up call for urgent action to clean up the air—not just for our bodies but for our mental well-being too.