Gun violence often leaves a deep mark on young lives, even when it doesn't end in death. The mental and emotional fallout from these incidents is a topic that hasn't gotten enough attention. Understanding what young people go through after surviving a gunshot can help in creating better support systems. A study focused on this very issue, looking into the lives of yo...
Climate change is hitting Africa hard, bringing more frequent and intense disasters. These events are taking a serious toll on the mental health of young people. Droughts, floods, and extreme weather are causing a lot of stress. These events are linked to strong negative feelings, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depression among youth. This is a ...
The WG/UNICEF CFM is a tool designed to spot kids and teens with disabilities. It does this by checking how they handle everyday tasks. This study zoomed in on the mental and emotional bits of the tool. These parts are key to understanding how kids and teens are doing mentally and how they're developing. The goal was to test how well the tool works with a big group ...
Young people spend a lot of time online. This has led to a big question: Should experts studying youth mental health team up with tech companies? This is not a simple yes or no question. There are many things to think about. On one hand, working together could be very helpful. Tech companies have lots of data and tools that researchers do not have easy access to. Th...
Weather disasters are becoming more frequent and are taking a toll on young people's mental health. The impact of repeated exposure to these events is not well understood. A recent study looked at how multiple disasters affect teens' mental health in the United States. It used a mix of public data to see how often disasters happen and how they relate to depression an...
Young people in sub-Saharan Africa often struggle to access mental health care. To understand the extent of this issue, researchers reviewed studies on five common mental disorders among youth under 19 years old. They found that many youth face challenges like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, attention problems, anxiety, and conduct disorder. The st...
Mental health and substance abuse issues often start in young people's lives and can happen together. Treating both at the same time is becoming more common in real-world clinics. But what works best? No one's quite sure yet. Many young people face a tough battle with mental health and substance use problems at the same time. This is called having a dual diagnosis. ...
Young people facing mental health struggles often have to wait a long time for treatment. This delay can be dangerous, especially for those considering suicide. Early detection and support are crucial to prevent such terrible outcomes. One innovative solution is using digital technology to quickly spot kids at high risk. Imagine a safety net that can catch those in n...
In November, residents of Platte County, Missouri, have a big choice to make. They'll vote on whether to add a small sales tax to help children and teens with their mental health. The idea started because there aren't enough mental health services in the county for the number of kids who need them. Dennis Meier, who works at Synergy Services, is pushing for this chan...