"Young people pointed to socioeconomic issues as weighing on their mental health, according to the survey, with 87% concerned about the cost of housing, 84% worried about the price of groceries and 73% citing the ability to find a good job as a top concern. About 85% cited concerns about gun violence, and 78% cited climate change and racism as top issues."
"Yet, young people also expressed hope about the future and said addressing their mental health issues and taking action on issues they care about helps them cope, the report said. The survey polled 750 people age 14 to 25 between April and June across the state. Other key findings include: About 98% who reported poor mental health are youths of color 25% of those reporting poor mental health are LGBTQ+"
About 94% of young people in California experience regular mental health challenges, and one-third rate their mental health as fair or poor. A poll of 750 people aged 14 to 25 was conducted between April and June across the state. Nearly all youths reporting poor mental health are people of color, and one-quarter of those reporting poor mental health are LGBTQ+. Top stressors include housing affordability, grocery costs, difficulty finding good jobs, gun violence, climate change, and racism. More than a third felt too embarrassed to seek professional help. Youths in Los Angeles reported the highest levels of poor mental health. Two-thirds remain optimistic and take action on issues they care about.
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