About Mental Health Stats
We believe mental health data should be accessible, transparent, and properly cited. Our platform aggregates statistics from official sources so you can trust the numbers.
Our Mission
To democratize access to mental health statistics by providing a centralized, easy-to-navigate platform where every data point is traceable to its original source.
Our Commitment
We never fabricate data. Every statistic comes from peer-reviewed research, government health agencies, or established medical institutions.
Our Data Sources
We aggregate mental health statistics from the most authoritative sources in the field:
SAMHSA
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - National surveys and treatment data
CDC
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Behavioral health surveillance data
NIH / NIMH
National Institutes of Health - Research studies and epidemiological data
State Health Departments
Official state-level health agencies - Regional mental health statistics
AMA Citation Format
We use the American Medical Association (AMA) citation format because it's the standard in medical and health publications. This format ensures you can:
- Verify any statistic by finding the original source
- Use our citations in your own research or publications
- Understand the context and methodology behind each data point
Example AMA Citation:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Key substance use and mental health indicators in the United States: Results from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. SAMHSA; 2024.
Learn More About Our Process
Want to understand how we collect, verify, and present our data?
Read Our Methodology