Youth Mental Health: The Numbers | Adolescent and School Health | CDC
CDC data offer an important snapshot of adolescent health and well-being related to mental health.
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Youth Mental Health Crisis in the U.S.
- Current Status: U.S. youth are experiencing a mental health crisis that was already worsening prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Disproportionate Impact: While widespread, the crisis affects some groups of teens more severely than others.
- Key Data Source: The CDC’s 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey provides the primary snapshot of current adolescent mental health and well-being.
- Role of Schools: Educational institutions are identified as critical environments for reversing negative mental health trends.
- School Connectedness: Defined as the belief that others at school care about a student's success and well-being; it is a proven strategy to protect against poor mental health.
- CDC Initiatives:
- What Works in Schools Program: Focuses on improving school connectedness.
- Strategic Goals: Creating safer, more supportive environments, providing quality health education, and facilitating student access to necessary mental health services.
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