Document Type

Report

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Utah Women & Leadership Project Research Summary

Volume

37

Publisher

Utah Women & Leadership Project

Publication Date

7-1-2026

First Page

1

Last Page

2

Abstract

Mental health shapes how individuals think, feel, cope with stress, and engage in relationships and communities. Mental health concerns have increased nationally and in Utah, influenced by social isolation, economic stress, and lasting effects of the COVID‑19 pandemic. Utah now has one of the highest rates of mental illness in the country, with nearly 29.9% of adults reporting a condition, and women are disproportionately affected. Understanding these patterns and their drivers is essential to improving outcomes for women, families, and communities across the state.

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