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Anxiety and Depression in Teens
The number of teens with anxiety disorders is steadily rising. Read the stories and coping strategies of real teens dealing with anxiety and depression.
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Teacher-approved stories, resources, and worksheets for teaching about anxiety and depression in your classroom, courtesy of Choices, the health and social-emotional learning magazine for grades 7–12
About one out of every five teens grapples with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional health issues—yet few talk about it. Meet three kids dedicated to changing that.
One in three teens has an anxiety disorder. Three students speak out about what it’s like to live with anxiety and how they cope.
Most helplines are geared toward adults, but these teens are answering calls, chats, and texts when someone their own age needs to talk—and saving lives.
When Hannah felt hopeless, she wasn’t sure how to ask for help. Now she and her brother have created an app that makes it easier to reach out for support.
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Resources
Supplemental resources that link to external websites about anxiety and depression in teens
Data and Statistics on Children's Mental Health
By the Numbers: Anxiety and depression in teens
More on Anxiety
A curated list of resources, articles and information on common anxiety disorders from the Child Mind Institute.
Say Anything
A teen-friendly resource for answers about mental health.
Glossary
Terms and definitions that pertain to anxiety and depression
anxiety
[noun]
a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome
depression
a mental condition characterized by feelings of dejection, inadequacy and guilt, often accompanied by lack of energy and disturbance of appetite and sleep
stigma
a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
a range of behavioral disorders occurring primarily in children. Symptoms include poor concentration, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
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