To keep you better informed about some of the biggest news and developments concerning behavioral and mental health, below are 10 of the most significant reports published in June. Highlights include stories on anxiety screening for adults, pediatric mental health, and substance use disorder treatment.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended routine screening for anxiety and depression in young and middle-aged adults.
The CDC found that in 2020, more than 18% of US adults reported having ever been diagnosed with depression in their lifetimes — but, state by state, that percentage of adults ranged from an estimated 12.7% in Hawaii to 27.5% in West Virginia.
Research from CDC showed nearly 15% of children in the United States were treated for mental health disorders in 2021.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released a data report indicating that lesbian, gay and bisexual adults are more likely than straight adults to use substances, experience mental health conditions including major depressive episodes and experience serious thoughts of suicide.
A survey of more than 3,600 adults revealed that large percentages of insured adults say their mental health is only "fair" or "poor" and report problems finding therapists or available mental health services.
A study revealed that patients with mental disorders are more likely to use social media platforms for health-related reasons compared to the general population.
In a letter to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, AHA requested lawmakers address several systemic behavioral health issues, including psychiatric and behavioral health care payment, administrative burdens, regulatory red tape and workforce development.
A study showed that when children and teenagers receive help for an anxiety disorder, it's usually medication, not counseling.
The Ad Council Research Institute shared findings of a study identifying how to reach, encourage and support individuals open to treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs).
A study showed that more than three in five children enrolled in Medicaid do not receive mental health services within six months after a firearm injury.