Infographic: Positive perceptions about health

Details of infographic from APA’s October 2023 Stress in America survey

Positive perceptions about physical and mental health

People rate health as good despite increase in chronic conditions

81% rated their physical health as good or better, but 66% said they have been told by a health care provider that they have a chronic illness

Percentage who report they have been told by a health care provider they have:

• High blood pressure: 28%
• High cholesterol: 24%
• Arthritis: 17%

81% rated their mental health as good or better, but 37% said they have been diagnosed with a mental health condition

5 percentage point increase from pre-pandemic levels (32% in 2019 vs 37% in 2023)

Percentage who report they have been told by a health care provider they have:

• Anxiety disorder: 24%
• Depression: 23%