The Hidden Crisis: 16 Million Abandoned Homes, Financial Fragility, and the Mental Health Toll
In the United States, there are approximately 6.5 million abandoned homes, each representing more than just a decaying structure. They’re silent witnesses to systemic issues in housing, wealth inequality, and societal priorities. Meanwhile, most Americans live paycheck to paycheck, with many just one or two emergencies away from financial collapse. This precarious existence, coupled with corporate benefit reductions and a diminishing social safety net, is not just an economic issue—it’s a mental health crisis.
