Mental Health Issues Affecting Youth
A child’s life can be a never-ending array of ups and downs and heartbreak. While these life phases are inevitable and accepted as a normal part of growing up, there are instances when shifts in mood and behavior may be indicators of a larger, more daunting issue: mental illness. As adults, it may be difficult to imagine children suffering from such difficult challenges, yet the number of young people today experiencing mental health problems is on the rise. C lose to 20% – one in five – young people are actively dealing with a mental health issue. Types of mental health issues in youth Anxiety disorders Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Bipolar disorder Conduct disorder Depression Eating disorders Psychosis Schizophrenia Suicide