Depression Rates Soar to Record Highs in the US

A new Gallup survey has found that depression is more widespread than ever in the United States, with over 18% of adults reporting depression or receiving treatment for it. Nearly 3 in 10 adults have been clinically diagnosed with depression at some point in their lifetime, which is also a record high. The Covid-19 pandemic has taken an undeniable toll on mental health, with rates of clinical depression rising notably in recent years. However, awareness around mental health has grown, which could lead to higher rates of diagnoses and seeking help for treatment.