Mental Health Stats
How many adults in the U.S. have a mental health condition?
23%
Yes.
Even very young children may show early warning signs of mental health concerns. These mental health conditions are often clinically diagnosable and can be a product of the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors.
Half of all mental health disorders show first signs before a person turns 14-years-old, and three-quarters of mental health disorders begin before age 24.
Mental health issues can affect anyone regardless of their age, race, religion or socioeconomic status
True!
What are some things you can do to improve your mental health?
1. Engage in Regular Exercise
2. Practice Mindfulness and Meditation
3. Prioritize Sleep
4. Connect with Others
5. Spend Time in Nature
6. Eat a Balanced Diet
7. Create a Calm Space
8. Engage in Hobbies
9. Reflect and Journal
10. Seek Professional Help if Needed
What is mental health?
A state of well-being that enables us to cope with the stresses of life, realize our abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to our community
How many U.S. adults live with a serious mental health condition—for example, schizophrenia, bipolar, or major depression—that significantly interferes with the ability to carry out life's activities?
6% or nearly 1 in 18
What are some things used to treat mental health disorders?
Psychotherapy, medications, support services, alternate therapies (yoga, meditation, etc.), and brain stimulation
You can only have 1 mental health condition at a time.
False! In fact, a lot of people have multiple mental health conditions.
What are some things that can worsen mental health?
1. Chronic Stress: An Invisible Weight
2. Sleep Deprivation
3. Have You Considered Your Diet?
4. Social Isolation
5. Unresolved Trauma: A Hidden Burden
6. Negative Thought Patterns: Breaking the Cycle
7. Lack of Physical Activity
8. Substance Use
9. Navigating Life Changes
What is a mental health condition?
An illness or disorder that affects your thinking, feeling, behavior, or mood
How many adolescents ages 12-17 have a current, diagnosed mental or behavioral health condition?
20% or about 1 in 5
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Mental distress (a general term for a subjective sense of discomfort, mental anguish, perceived lack of control, anxiety, or stress) is also known as psychological distress.
True
What are some protective factors that prevent mental health issues?
How are mental and physical health related?
Mental health is closely linked to physical health.
For example, depression increases the risk for many types of physical, long-lasting (chronic) conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Similarly, the presence of chronic conditions can increase the risk for developing a mental health condition.
How many adults in 2020 received treatment for their mental health?
Only 20% of adults received any mental health treatment, which included 10% who received counseling or therapy from a professional
How are mental health conditions diagnosed?
Your provider will start with a physical exam and a review of your medical history. They’ll also do a psychological evaluation where a psychologist asks you questions about your thoughts, feelings and behaviors to better understand your symptoms.
Be sure to tell your provider:
People with mental health needs, even those who are managing their mental health conditions, cannot tolerate the stress of holding down a job.
False! People with mental health conditions can be just as productive as other employees, especially when they are able to manage their mental health condition well. Employers often do not know if someone has a mental health condition, but if the condition is known to the employer, they often report good attendance and punctuality as well as motivation, good work, and job tenure on par with, or greater than, other employees.
What are 4 risk factors for mental health issues?
What are some factors that contribute to mental health?
How many young adults with mental illness in 2018 got treatment?
Of the 8.9 million young adults who reported having a mental illness in 2018, more than 2 in 5 went untreated and of the 5.1 million with a substance use disorder, nearly 9 in 10 did not get treatment.
What are 5 common types of mental health disorders?
Mental health disorders account for more disability that any other illness, including cancer and heart disease reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
True!
What are 5 of the common causes of mental illness?
1. Early negative life experiences
2. Chronic medical conditions
3. Biological, genetic, and family-related factors
4. Chemical imbalances in the brain
5. Drug addiction
6. Feeling lonely and isolated
7. Experiencing discrimination and social stigma
8. Socioeconomic factors
9. Head trauma
When should you consider going to therapy?
Anyone can benefit from seeking therapy — you don’t have to have a mental health condition or diagnosis to benefit from speaking with a professional.
When is it time to get help? If you experience any of the following: