About 10% of Russian citizens (15 million people) are in a state of deep depression, according to a long-term study conducted by the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI).
According to Report's Russian bureau, the study involved around 40,000 people.
"Almost 10% of citizens are in a state of deep depression - about 15 million people in the country. Among the most massive situations are a long-term serious illness, the death of a loved one and the repayment of a large loan," the study notes.