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Mental Health Statistics All Social Workers Should Be Aware Of

Mental and emotional wellness are primary concerns of working social workers around the globe. While it is important to recognize the needs of those coping with mental illness year-round, we recognize May as Mental Health Month in order raise awareness, educate, and fight stigma around mental illness.

May 28, 2014-1 MIN READ

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Mental and emotional wellness are primary concerns of working social workers around the globe. While it is important to recognize the needs of those coping with mental illness year-round, we recognize May as Mental Health Month in order raise awareness, educate, and fight stigma around mental illness. We have compiled some of the most compelling mental health statistics reflective of the current US population. Some of these figures may come as a shock to even the most seasoned mental health professional!

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Information last updated: July 2026