Mental Health Theories, Treatment Settings, And Cultural Implications Practice Test

Which statement best describes the prevalence of mental illness among young adults aged 18-25?

Around 10% Around 34% Around 24% Around 44%

Correct Answer:

Around 24%

Explanation:

The main idea is how common mental illness is in young adults within a given year. In 18–25-year-olds, studies measuring past-year prevalence of any mental illness show roughly one in four experiencing a disorder or significant distress in the last year. That’s about 24%. This reflects the broad scope of “any mental illness,” including anxiety, depression, and other conditions that meet criteria for impairment during the year. It’s different from lifetime prevalence, which would be higher since it asks if they’ve ever had a mental illness at any point in life. The other options—around 10%, 34%, or 44%—don’t match the typical past-year estimates for this age group, making around 24% the most accurate representation.

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