Mental health among young people is in crisis. According to the U.S. health and Human Services Department, 1 in 5 young people have a diagnosed mental health condition such as anxiety or depression. From 2016 to 2023, the prevalence of anxiety has increased by over 60%. Further and very importantly, studies indicate that there has been a cognitive decline in young people in our country and in fact, in countries all over the world. (17:58–18:06)
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Asserts a significant increase in anxiety prevalence among young people over a specific period.
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