The article discusses the increasing mental health challenges faced by children and teens, highlighting that social media and the COVID-19 pandemic are only part of the puzzle. Researchers from Feinberg are examining barriers to mental health treatment access. A study published in JAMA Pediatrics revealed that the availability of pediatric inpatient psychiatric beds has not increased from 2017 to 2020, despite a growing demand for care. The study also pointed out discrepancies in access, with most beds located in urban areas, which poses a significant issue for rural youth.
According to experts, rising mental health concerns among kids and teens stem from a constellation of factors, not just social media or the COVID-19 pandemic.
The number of pediatric inpatient psychiatric beds has not increased despite rising demand, exacerbating mental health treatment access issues, especially for rural children.
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