33%
of U.S. high school students reported persistent sadness or hopelessness in 2025.
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2025Reference page
U.S. teen mental health statistics
Current national data on teen mental health, sleep, depression, anxiety, and access to care. Updated September 28, 2026.
These figures describe national survey results, not any one teen’s experience. Definitions and age ranges vary by source and are noted below.
At a glance
The current national picture
The latest high school survey shows improvement from 2023 to 2025 on several measures. The need for steady, responsive support remains real.
23%
of U.S. high school students reported poor mental health in 2025.
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 202514%
of U.S. high school students seriously considered attempting suicide in 2025.
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 20256%
of U.S. high school students attempted suicide in 2025.
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 202524%
of U.S. high school students got at least eight hours of sleep on an average school night in 2025.
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 202515.4%
of U.S. adolescents ages 12 to 17 had a major depressive episode in the past year in 2024, about 3.8 million young people.
Source: SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 202418.8%
of U.S. adolescents ages 12 to 17 had moderate or severe generalized anxiety symptoms in 2024.
Source: SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 202460.6%
of adolescents with a major depressive episode received mental health treatment in 2024, leaving about 40% without treatment that year.
Source: SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 2024Reading the numbers with care
Data can point to a need. It cannot tell a young person’s whole story.
CDC’s 2025 findings show that several mental health and suicide-risk indicators improved from 2023. Even so, the numbers describe a meaningful share of young people who may be carrying distress quietly.
For families, educators, and caring adults, the most useful next step is often a calm conversation, attentive listening, and help that fits the young person’s circumstances. Support does not have to wait for a crisis or for every family member to be ready.
Method and sources
How to cite these figures
Suggested citation
Mood|Well Coaching. “U.S. Teen Mental Health Statistics, 2025 Data and Trends.” Updated September 28, 2026. https://moodwellcoaching.com/teen-mental-health-statistics
Data used
CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2025 reports nationally representative results for U.S. high school students.
SAMHSA National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 2024 reports national estimates for adolescents ages 12 to 17.
We refresh this page when the primary national sources publish material new findings. Last reviewed September 28, 2026.
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