Recent research has revealed a troubling connection between lead exposure from gasoline and a significant rise in mental health disorders, with estimates suggesting that over 150 million cases of psychiatric conditions in the U.S. can be attributed to this toxic exposure. Specifically, the legacy of leaded gas has been linked to increased instances of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and schizophrenia, particularly among individuals born before 1996. The findings underscore the hidden mental health crisis driven by lead exposure, affecting generations and raising concerns about the long-term impacts of lead in the environment.