The Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders in the United States: An Urgent Public Health Concern
The prevalence of mental health disorders in the US refers to the extent and distribution of mental illness within the population. It encompasses various conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. For instance, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, in 2020, an estimated 28.0 million adults in the US experienced a substance use disorder in the past year.