How much has anxiety increased in the last 10 years?

Anxiety Trends Over the Past Decade

In the span of a decade, anxiety levels among adult Americans rose from 5.12% in 2008 to 6.68% in 2018 (p < 0.0001). When broken down by age group, the most significant rise was observed in individuals aged 18 to 25, with an increase from 7.97% to 14.66% (p < 0.001). This demographic experienced a faster growth in anxiety rates compared to those aged 26 to 34 and 35 to 49, with a differential time trend showing statistical significance (p < 0.001).