Mental Health and Insurance: Statistics and Other Information

The American Psychological Association reports on their website; An, estimated 15 to 18% of Americans, suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder. These statistics include almost 10 million children. Mental health issues impact general health it is likely some 50 to 70% of visits to primary care physicians may be for medical complaints that are rooted in some kind of psychological issue. Primary care physicians report that anxiety and depression are some of the most common conditions patients seek care for. In many cases, primary care physicians report, their patients mental health problems are compounded with the use of drugs and … Continue reading