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Mental Health Treatment Access Rises to 48% of U.S. Adults

By InHouse America Staff | Data Analytics

Published: 18:20 pm (GMT-5), Wed September 4, 2024

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Source: (National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH))

Increased Access to Mental Health Care

(Growth in Treatment Rates 2014 - 2024)

The percentage of adults receiving mental health treatment increased from 41.2% in 2014 to 47.9% in 2024.

Source: (National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH))

Insights: This equates to an additional 9.5 million adults accessing treatment by 2024.


(Expansion of Telehealth Services: 2014 - 2024 )

Telehealth services for mental health expanded significantly, with usage growing by 45% from 2020 to 2024 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent policy changes.

Source: (American Psychological Association (APA))

Insights: This increased access particularly benefited rural and underserved populations, providing care to an additional 6 million people.


Decreased Stigma Around Mental Health

(Increased Public Awareness 2014 - 2024)

Public awareness campaigns and mental health education have led to a 35% reduction in stigma related to mental health issues from 2014 to 2024.

Source: (Mental Health America (MHA))

Insights: More people are seeking help, with a 20% increase in self-reported willingness to seek treatment among young adults.


Workplace Mental Health Initiatives

(Adoption of Workplace Mental Health Programs 2014 - 2024)

75% of large companies implemented mental health programs by 2024, up from 45% in 2014.

Source: (Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM))

Insights: These programs led to a 15% reduction in absenteeism and a 20% improvement in employee productivity, benefiting around 45 million workers.


Rising Mental Health Disorder Prevalence

(Increase in Anxiety and Depression 2014 - 2024)

The prevalence of anxiety disorders rose from 19% in 2014 to 24% in 2024, affecting 1 in 4 adults by 2024.

Source: (National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH))

Insights: Depression rates also increased, from 6.7% to 8.2%, representing an additional 4.3 million adults.


(Youth Mental Health Crisis 2014 - 2024)

The percentage of adolescents experiencing major depressive episodes increased from 11.5% in 2014 to 15.7% in 2024.

Source: (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC))

Insights: Suicide rates among youth aged 15-24 increased by 33% during this period.


Economic Impact of Mental Health Disorders

(Increased Economic Burden 2014 - 2024)

The economic cost of mental health disorders rose by $150 billion, from $210 billion in 2014 to $360 billion in 2024.

Source: (National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI))

Insights: This includes direct costs such as treatment and indirect costs like lost productivity, with depression alone accounting for $120 billion of this total by 2024.


(Shortage of Mental Health Professionals 2014 - 2024)

Despite increased demand, there was a 12% shortfall in the number of mental health professionals needed to meet demand in 2024, leading to longer wait times and reduced access for millions.

Source: (Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA))


Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

(Negative Effects on Youth 2014 - 2024)

Social media usage has been linked to a 30% increase in anxiety and depression symptoms among adolescents from 2014 to 2024.

Source: (American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP))

Insights: The prevalence of cyberbullying increased by 20%, affecting 16% of all teens by 2024.


InHouse America Support

At InHouse America, we understand the critical role mental health plays in business success. With 20.6% of U.S. adults experiencing mental health issues and 48% receiving treatment, supporting mental well-being is essential for thriving businesses.

Source: (Society for Human Resource Management)

Insights: Companies that invest in mental health see a 15% drop in absenteeism and a 20% boost in productivity, impacting around 45 million workers.


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