

Inside the Adolescent Mental Health Crisis
27 snips Aug 30, 2022
Matt Richtel, a New York Times correspondent based in San Francisco, dives into the alarming adolescent mental health crisis. He discusses the dramatic rise in depression and suicide rates among teens, revealing a staggering 60% increase since 2007. Richtel explores how societal changes and the pressures of social media have intensified these issues. He also highlights the challenges healthcare providers face in addressing mental health, as many are unprepared to deal with the complexities of these modern problems, including increasing reliance on powerful psychiatric drugs.
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Shifting Adolescent Risks
- Adolescent mental health crises are increasing, with depression and suicide rates rising significantly.
- These "internalized" risks differ from past "externalized" risks like drunk driving and teen pregnancy.
Pediatricians Unprepared
- Dr. Melissa Denison, a pediatrician, notes a shift from treating physical ailments to mental health issues in her practice.
- She highlights the lack of training and resources for pediatricians to handle this crisis effectively.
Early Puberty and Overstimulation
- Early puberty, coupled with an overstimulating environment, contributes to mental health struggles in children like "C".
- "C" experienced intense physical and emotional symptoms of depression starting in third grade.