Americans’ self-reported mental, physical health at 24-year low: Gallup

Becker's Healthcare March 14, 2025
Mackenzie Bean

Americans’ self-reported physical and mental health ratings have reached their lowest levels in more than two decades, according to a March 13 Gallup report.

The survey, conducted in partnership with West Health, is based on responses from 1,001 U.S. adults collected from Nov. 6-20, 2024.

Three key takeaways:

1. Americans’ assessments of their health have trended downward since about 2013, with a sharp decline seen during the pandemic.

2. In the latest survey, 75% of adults described their mental health as “good” or “excellent,” a decline from 89% in 2012. Meanwhile, 76% rated...

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