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What percentage of U.S. youth aged 6-17 experienced a mental health disorder in 2016?
What percentage of U.S. youth aged 6-17 experienced a mental health disorder in 2016?
- 5.5%
- 22.8%
- 16.5% (correct)
- 10.5%
Which demographic group in the U.S. has the highest annual prevalence of mental illness?
Which demographic group in the U.S. has the highest annual prevalence of mental illness?
- Non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native
- Lesbian, Gay or Bisexual (correct)
- Non-Hispanic White
- Hispanic or Latino
What is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10-14?
What is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10-14?
- Suicide (correct)
- Cancer
- Heart disease
- Accidents
What percentage of U.S. adults experienced serious mental illness in 2021?
What percentage of U.S. adults experienced serious mental illness in 2021?
What is the main purpose of providing statistics on mental illness prevalence?
What is the main purpose of providing statistics on mental illness prevalence?
What percentage of U.S. adults experienced both a substance use disorder and mental illness in 2021?
What percentage of U.S. adults experienced both a substance use disorder and mental illness in 2021?
What percentage of all lifetime mental illness begins by the age of 24?
What percentage of all lifetime mental illness begins by the age of 24?
What is the primary message the text emphasizes about mental illness?
What is the primary message the text emphasizes about mental illness?
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Mental Illness Prevalence in Adults
Mental Illness Prevalence in Adults
1 in 5 adults in the US experience a mental health condition annually. This represents 22.8% of the adult population.
Prevalence of Serious Mental Illness
Prevalence of Serious Mental Illness
1 in 20 adults in the US experience serious mental illness. This represents 5.5% of the adult population.
Mental Illness Among Youth
Mental Illness Among Youth
1 in 6 youth in the US between ages 6-17 experience a mental health condition. This represents 16.5% of the youth population.
Onset of Mental Illness
Onset of Mental Illness
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Mental Illness by Race/Ethnicity
Mental Illness by Race/Ethnicity
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Mental Illness in LGBTQ+ Population
Mental Illness in LGBTQ+ Population
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Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use
Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use
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Suicide in Youth
Suicide in Youth
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Study Notes
Mental Illness Prevalence in the U.S.
- One in five U.S. adults experience mental illness annually.
- One in twenty U.S. adults experience serious mental illness annually.
- One in six U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder annually.
- Fifty percent of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14; 75% by age 24.
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 10-14-year-olds.
Key Statistics for 2021
- 22.8% of U.S. adults experienced mental illness (57.8 million people).
- 5.5% of U.S. adults experienced serious mental illness (14.1 million people).
- 16.5% of U.S. youth aged 6-17 experienced a mental health disorder in 2016 (7.7 million people).
- 7.6% of U.S. adults experienced a co-occurring substance use disorder and mental illness (19.4 million people).
Mental Illness by Demographic Group (2021)
- Annual prevalence rates vary by demographic group.
- Non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native adults showed the highest prevalence (26.6%).
- Mixed/multiracial adults showed the highest prevalence (34.9%).
- Rates also differed by ethnicity, race, and sexual orientation.
Mental Illness by Condition
- Data on schizophrenia prevalence was not provided.
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Description
Explore the key statistics on mental illness prevalence in the United States as of 2021. This quiz delves into the rates of mental health disorders among adults and youth, along with demographic variations and critical insights on mental health trends. Test your knowledge on the current landscape of mental health in America.
