How many people are on medication in the United States for mental conditions?
Answer
According to various sources, the number of U.S. adults receiving mental health treatment through prescription medication has been significant. For instance:
- In 2020, approximately 33.8 million American adults received mental health treatment through prescribed medication.
- By 2021, the percentage of adults who had received any mental health treatment in the past 12 months increased to 20.3%, with 16.5% having taken prescription medication for their mental health.
These figures indicate a substantial portion of the adult population is using medication for mental health issues. However, these numbers might fluctuate based on broader trends in mental health awareness, treatment access, and changes in health policy or societal factors.
What are the ramifications if the drug supply were severely curtailed, or cut off?
That is one(of many) reasons why I continue to prepare.
While the Trump victory has lowered the probability of WWIII, the threat of mental illness is on full display by women on X and Tik Tok. You are absolutely correct: we must remain vigilant and continue to prepare for civil unrest and other issues. Do not let strangers come too closely and keep your head on a swivel.
It is telling that so many “adversarial” world leaders now want to sit and negotiate with Trump. I pray the transition is peaceful, and we can repair a lot of the damage done.
I’ve watched the meltdowns…it’s something else. The brainwashing and mental trauma is strong.
And how many more are self-medicating with alcohol, THC and who knows what else?