Medicaid’s Role in Child, Youth and Adult Mental Health

Georgetown University

Addressing the nation’s mental health crisis relies on a strong Medicaid program.

The United States is enduring a significant mental health crisis, with nearly one in three adults experiencing anxiety and depression symptoms in 2023¹. The problem, exacerbated by the pandemic, is particularly acute among children and youth². The American Academy of Pediatrics and other health groups have declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health³ 

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