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Affliction refers to a state of suffering, hardship, or adversity that affects an individual or group, often resulting in significant emotional, physical, or psychological distress. The concept of affliction has been explored in various fields, including philosophy, psychology, medicine, and theology, with notable thinkers such as [[friedrich-nietzsche|Friedrich Nietzsche]] and [[simone-de-beauvoir|Simone de Beauvoir]] contributing to the discourse. According to the [[world-health-organization|World Health Organization]], approximately 1 billion people worldwide suffer from some form of affliction, with 300 million experiencing depression and 260 million living with anxiety disorders. The economic burden of affliction is substantial, with the [[world-bank|World Bank]] estimating that mental health issues cost the global economy over $2.5 trillion annually. As [[martha-nussbaum|Martha Nussbaum]] notes, affliction can have a profound impact on an individual's quality of life, highlighting the need for comprehensive support systems and [[mental-health-resources|mental health resources]].