New Survey Shows Rise in Teen Mental Health Treatment, Stable Substance Use

SAMHSA's 2023 report highlights increased mental health care among adolescents and steady rates of substance use disorders.

Nearly 1 in 5 individuals aged 12 and older experienced a substance use disorder in 2023.
Mental health treatment among adolescents aged 12 to 17 increased by over 500,000 individuals.
Nicotine vaping rose to 9.4% in 2023, while traditional cigarette smoking declined.
Alcohol use saw a slight decrease, but binge drinking rates remained unchanged.
The mental health provider shortage persists, with one provider for every 340 people.