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National Data Show High Rates of Anxiety in Adolescents
National data indicate high rates of anxiety among adolescents, according to researchers at the University of Connecticut. The findings point to widespread mental health struggles among teenagers, a topic that has drawn growing attention from educators, parents and health officials. Commentators are likely to debate the causes, ranging from social media use to post-pandemic pressures, and what steps schools and policymakers should take in response.
Why now: Fresh national research on adolescent anxiety speaks to widespread concern about youth mental health.
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- National Data Show High Rates of Anxiety in Adolescents · UConn Today
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