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An estimated 24% of teenagers between the ages of 11 to 19 suffer from depression caused by the home environment, 25% are subject to cyber-bullying and loneliness - 92% of LGBT youth report depression during the ages of 11 to 19.
Mood Disorders - Know The Signs & Ways To Help Your Teen
According to an education and mental health expert, the prevalence of mood difficulties among young people is increasingly becoming a global concern, with disruptions caused by Covid-19 and lockdowns exacerbating existing challenges.
""When dealing with an anxious child, it is vital not to lecture or interrupt them, or to jump to conclusions or mock their fears." Photo: Supplied/ The ADvTECH Group Anxiety at school is not a new phenomenon; however, educators and parents alike recognise that there has been a significant increase in the prevalence of anxiety among children in the past year. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, lockdowns and measures to ensure the safety of children who are back at school or in the process of returning. Anxiety is not to be dismissed or taken lightly. Still, the good news is th...
Anxiety At School, Helping Your Child Survive And Thrive