Understanding Tampa Bay’s Mental Health in 2024

Tampa Bay Thrives’ 2024 Resident Mental Health Study reveals insights into mental health in Tampa Bay.

Across Tampa Bay, 7 in 10 residents experienced at least 1 poor mental health day during the past month. Tampa Bay Thrives’ recent study found that in 2024 over 50% of residents experienced 3 or more poor mental health days in that same period.

Conducted in partnership with Downs & St. Germain, the 2024 Resident Mental Health Study gathered responses from Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota counties. Key findings include:

• Workplace Impact: 9% of respondents missed work due to mental or emotional conditions, resulting in a staggering loss of 735,761 workdays monthly in the region.
• Family Conversations: 1 in 3 residents are uncomfortable discussing mental health with their children, highlighting the need for greater support and resources.
• Care Gaps: The quality and location of therapists/counselors received the lowest ratings in the mental health care experience.

These findings underscore the importance of continued efforts to improve mental health resources and reduce stigma across Tampa Bay.

Read the full report here to delve into the mental health challenges facing Tampa Bay and the steps needed to build a healthier, more resilient community.

Watch our webinar, Understanding Tampa Bay’s Mental Health, which dives deeper into the report below.