Who People Talk to When They're Struggling

Americans turn to different people when struggling with mental health depending on their religious beliefs and political views. Across all religious groups, spouses and partners are by far the most trusted confidants, with roughly 80% of people reporting they're very or extremely comfortable discussing mental health with them, while therapists, religious leaders, and close friends receive varying levels of trust depending on one's background. The data reveals significant disparities in who people feel safe opening up to, highlighting both the importance of close relationships and potential gaps in mental health support access.