suicide, and 63% considered suicide a selfish act.
Overall, young adults reported the poorest mental health and the most shame around mental disorders.
In all, 27% of 18- to 34-year-olds said their mental health was fair or poor, compared to 20% of 35- to 64-year-olds; and 4% of respondents over 65.
About 78% of young adults said a mental health disorder was nothing to be ashamed of, compared with 92% of seniors and 89% of 35- to 64-year-olds.
“More young adults reported feeling shame and stigma surrounding mental health issues than their older peers,” Evans said. “This points to the need for psychology to continue to educate the public so that more people understand that there is no shame associated with being mentally ill.”
More information
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has more on mental health.
