The Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (APMS) is a series of repeated cross-sectional surveys conducted to assess the prevalence of psychiatric disorders among adults living in private households in England, Scotland, and Wales. The surveys aim to provide comprehensive data on mental health issues, enabling the estimation of psychiatric morbidity prevalence and the examination of trends over time. The APMS also evaluates the level and nature of treatment and service use among individuals with mental health conditions. By offering detailed insights into the mental health landscape, the APMS serves as a critical resource for informing public health initiatives and policy-making in the UK. The survey series is instrumental in understanding the scope of mental illness and the effectiveness of mental health services, thereby guiding improvements in mental health care and support systems.

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