IN OTHER NEWS – New research reveal that more than 30% of Georgia adults has symptoms of anxiety or depression.
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- In 26 states, more than 30% of the adult population has symptoms of anxiety or depression.
- Georgia is the state with the 14th largest proportion of residents with symptoms of anxiety or depression at 31.77%.
- Minnesota has the lowest percentage of the population experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression at 25.47%.
New research reveals that in 26 states more than 30% of the adult population report symptoms of anxiety or depression, with Georgiaranking 14th among states where people are feeling the most anxious and depressed.
The study, conducted by mushroom spore specialists SporesMD, analyzed government health data on the percentage of adults who report symptoms of anxiety or depression to identify the states in which the concerns are most common.
Depression is characterized by a low mood that negatively impacts your day-to-day life, while anxiety creates feelings of unease and worry.
According to the findings, 26 states – including West Virginia, Indiana and Texas – report that more than 30% of their adult residents are struggling with their mental health.
In Georgia, 31.77% of adults report symptoms of anxiety or depression.
It is of the highest concern in Mississippi, with 35.46% of adults living in the state battling anxiety or depression.
Louisiana has the second biggest problem with the two disorders, with 34.98% of adults facing these mental health issues. Oklahoma follows closely in third, with 34.54% of adults living in the state experiencing anxiety or depression.
The states with more than 30% of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression
| Rank | State | Percentage of population with symptoms of anxiety or depression |
| 1. | Mississippi | 35.46 |
| 2. | Louisiana | 34.98 |
| 3. | Oklahoma | 34.54 |
| 4. | Arkansas | 34.51 |
| 5. | West Virginia | 33.95 |
| 6. | Kentucky | 33.87 |
| 7. | Utah | 33.64 |
| 8. | Alabama | 33.62 |
| 9. | Nevada | 33.52 |
| 10. | Oregon | 32.79 |
| 11. | New Mexico | 32.40 |
| 12. | Texas | 31.88 |
| 13. | Missouri | 31.85 |
| 14. | Georgia | 31.77 |
| 15. | Tennessee | 31.74 |
| 16. | Wyoming | 31.52 |
| 17. | Indiana | 31.35 |
| 18. | Idaho | 31.15 |
| 19. | Ohio | 31.12 |
| 20. | Florida | 30.95 |
| 21. | Alaska | 30.89 |
| 22. | Washington | 30.73 |
| 23. | California | 30.49 |
| 24. | South Carolina | 30.48 |
| 25. | Colorado | 30.46 |
| 26. | Montana | 30.04 |
Several states fell just below the 30% boundary, such as Pennsylvania and North Carolina, where 29.89% and 29.86% of their adult population reported symptoms of anxiety or depression, respectively.
Minnesota was identified as the state where anxiety and depression rates are lowest, with 25.47% of the adult population dealing with either of these concerns.
Vermont has the second lowest percentage of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression at 26.19%, while Hawaii was third lowest at 26.24%.
However, while these states may have the lowest rates in the U.S., this still means more than a quarter of their adult residents are struggling with their mental health.
The states with the lowest percentage of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression
| Rank | State | Percentage of population with symptoms of anxiety or depression |
| 1. | Minnesota | 25.47 |
| 2. | Vermont | 26.19 |
| 3. | Hawaii | 26.24 |
| 4. | Delaware | 26.33 |
| 5. | Wisconsin | 26.69 |
| 6. | North Dakota | 27.00 |
| 7. | Maryland | 27.15 |
| 8. | South Dakota | 27.18 |
| 9. | New Jersey | 27.51 |
| 10. | New York | 27.55 |
Commenting on the findings, Anthony Bautista, CEO of SporesMD, said:
“As more and more people, particularly young adults, wrestle with anxiety and depression as the mental health crisis continues, it’s crucial that Americans are equipped with the right support and information for dealing with the negative feelings.
“Making healthy lifestyle changes such as exercising more regularly, eating nutritious meals and ensuring you are getting enough sleep can go a long way in boosting your mental health.
“Some people also choose to try alternative coping strategies such as microdosing mushrooms, as evidence suggests it can have a positive impact on your state of mind.
“The experience can introduce you to a fresh, more positive outlook on a current situation that you may be struggling to process, as it can open your mind to a new way of thinking.
“It can be particularly useful to write down how you are feeling on the days that follow to help reaffirm this new perspective.”
