New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line for free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.CLICK HERE for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide and CLICK HERE for more on the 988 Lifeline.In 2021, a survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on teen mental health found that nearly three in five teenage girls reported feeling persistent sadness, the highest rate in a decade.
"The data released today show improvements to a number of metrics that measure young people's mental well-being – progress we can build on. However, this work is far from complete. Every child should feel safe and supported, and CDC will continue its work to turn this data into action until we reach that goal.
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