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The document discusses the rising concern of mental health issues among teenagers, highlighting that 1 in 5 teens experience major depression, influenced by social media, academic pressures, and family dynamics. It emphasizes the importance of supportive environments and addresses common misconceptions about depression, while also advocating for solutions such as open communication and mental health education. The call to action stresses the need for societal acknowledgment of the crisis and the promotion of resources for mental health support.

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Mental Health Teenagers Presentation

The document discusses the rising concern of mental health issues among teenagers, highlighting that 1 in 5 teens experience major depression, influenced by social media, academic pressures, and family dynamics. It emphasizes the importance of supportive environments and addresses common misconceptions about depression, while also advocating for solutions such as open communication and mental health education. The call to action stresses the need for societal acknowledgment of the crisis and the promotion of resources for mental health support.

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Mental Health Issues in

Teenagers
Evelyn Marquez
Chicano Studies
22 November 2024
The Rising Concern
• - 1 in 5 teens had a major depressive episode
in the past year (University of Maryland).
• - Main Causes:
• - Social media pressures.
• - Academic expectations.
• - Desire to appear mature.
• - Key Effects: Anxiety, depression, substance
abuse.
Understanding Depression
• - Depression is widespread and
misunderstood (Cliffe, 2023).
• - Key Insights:
• - Depression changes behavior, cognition,
and emotions.
• - Genetics: 50% of cases are hereditary.
• - Impact: Isolation, inactivity, hopelessness.
Family & School Influence
• - Positive Environments:
• - Healthy family dynamics reduce mental
health risks (Pineda et al., 2020).
• - Supportive schools lower stress (Thapa,
2013).
• - Negative Influences:
• - Neglectful parenting increases risks.
• - Bullying at school fosters anxiety and
isolation.
Social Media's Impact
• - 97% of Gen Z uses social media (Pantic,
2014).
• - Positive Effects: Connection, creativity,
learning.
• - Negative Effects:
• - Addiction and overuse.
• - Depression, anxiety, and isolation (Griffiths,
2017).
• - Schools are advocating for reduced screen
time.
Myths and Misconceptions
• - Common Misunderstandings:
• - "It’s just a phase."
• - "Everyone gets sad sometimes."
• - Misconceptions dismiss real struggles.
• - Behavioral patterns developed during
depression can persist.
Cultural and Societal Pressures
• - Cultural norms influence perception of
mental health.
• - Latino Teens:
• - Family pressures and cultural stressors
increase risks (McCord et al., 2019).
• - Key Solutions:
• - Open dialogue.
• - Address cultural stigmas around mental
health.
Solutions for Change
• - For Families:
• - Build open, supportive relationships.
• - Prioritize mental health discussions.
• - For Schools:
• - Train staff to recognize mental health issues.
• - Provide accessible counseling resources.
• - For Society:
• - Advocate for mental health education.
• - Increase funding for support programs.
Call to Action
• - Acknowledge the problem: Teen mental
health is a crisis.
• - Foster supportive environments in homes,
schools, and online.
• - Promote resources and education for future
generations.
Works Cited
• - Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• - Genetics of Brain Function.
• - Myers’ Psychology for the AP® Course.
• - Pineda et al., 2020.
• - McCord et al., 2019.
• - Griffiths, 2017.
• - Pantic, 2014.

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