"The well-being of youth and young adults has become a growing concern, to the point that the American Academy of Pediatrics has called it a " national emergency." Suicide rates among those from 10 to 24 have risen 62 percent since 2007, and in 2021, the CDC reported that nearly 60 percent of teen girls said they felt "persistently sad and hopeless.""
"Young people today face heavy burdens. With academic and social responsibilities, global crises including climate change, pandemics, and political instability, many feel discouraged and overwhelmed. As one example, during the pandemic, 40 percent of U.S. students reported poor mental health, and over half worried that the " world is doomed." Work-life balance is nothing new for young people who juggle school, jobs, family, financial stress, mental health, and relationships. However, today's world amplifies these stressors in unique ways, and nowhere is this truer than with screens."
Youth and young adult mental health has worsened dramatically, with suicide rates and reports of persistent sadness rising. Many young people face multiple burdens: academic and social responsibilities, global crises, economic pressure, family strains, and loneliness. Screen-centered lifestyles and social media exposure amplify stress and reduce opportunities for meaningful relationships. Pandemic-era experiences increased poor mental health among students and heightened fears about the future. Data indicate growing depression, relationship challenges, financial stress, and lack of purpose among young adults. Recognizing these cultural and structural drivers can guide targeted steps to improve well-being and resilience.
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