The article highlights the alarming state of mental health among Irish youth, particularly as revealed by a recent survey showing that nearly half experience feelings of low mood regularly. This trend reflects a concerning increase over the years, with female students particularly affected. Factors such as excessive screen time and exposure to negative content are linked to worsening mental health. The article questions whether society should focus more on combating mental health challenges year-round rather than emphasizing high-stakes exams, which only compound the pressures facing students.
The survey by the Irish Health Behaviour in School-Aged Children team reveals that almost half of Irish children report feeling low weekly, a number doubling since 1998.
Particularly alarming is the mental health crisis among girls, with 57.6% reporting regular unhappiness—far surpassing the 35.2% reported by boys, showing a significant gender disparity.
The excessive screen time and the unending exposure to negativity and anger on devices create a vicious cycle that severely deteriorates the mental health of the youth.
This generation faces pressures from climate change, global conflicts, economic uncertainties, and constant technological bombardment, contributing to rising anxiety and mental health issues.
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