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Is Social Media Safe for Kids? A Lawmaker's Fight for Change

January 13, 2026

A lawmaker from Long Beach is taking a stand against the potential dangers of social media for kids. He believes that Australia's recent move to ban social media for children under 16 is a step in the right direction. After visiting Australia, he returned with new ideas to protect young people in Ca

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Maine Takes Bold Steps to Boost Youth Mental Health

November 23, 2025

Maine is stepping up to tackle the growing mental health crisis among young people. A big donation of $1. 6 million from David Evans Shaw is fueling a new project called the SHAW Challenge. This isn't just another quick fix. It's a four-year plan to make a real difference in schools and communities

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Tech Addiction in Kids: A Hidden Threat to Mental Health

June 27, 2025

A recent study has shed light on a concerning trend among young people: the addictive use of technology. The research, which tracked over 4, 000 children from around age 10, found that those who exhibited addictive behavior towards phones, video games, or social media were two to three times more li

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The Hidden Struggles of Young Gunshot Survivors

June 1, 2025

Gun violence often leaves a deep mark on young lives, even when it doesn't end in death. The mental and emotional fallout from these incidents is a topic that hasn't gotten enough attention. Understanding what young people go through after surviving a gunshot can help in creating better support syst

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Young Minds in the Storm: Africa's Climate Crisis and Mental Health

May 29, 2025

Climate change is hitting Africa hard, bringing more frequent and intense disasters. These events are taking a serious toll on the mental health of young people. Droughts, floods, and extreme weather are causing a lot of stress. These events are linked to strong negative feelings, anxiety, post-trau

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Mind Matters: Assessing Kids' Hidden Struggles

May 28, 2025

The WG/UNICEF CFM is a tool designed to spot kids and teens with disabilities. It does this by checking how they handle everyday tasks. This study zoomed in on the mental and emotional bits of the tool. These parts are key to understanding how kids and teens are doing mentally and how they're develo

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The Digital Dilemma: Helping Young Minds

April 23, 2025

Young people spend a lot of time online. This has led to a big question: Should experts studying youth mental health team up with tech companies? This is not a simple yes or no question. There are many things to think about. On one hand, working together could be very helpful. Tech companies have l

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How Storms Affect Teen Mental Health

April 3, 2025

Weather disasters are becoming more frequent and are taking a toll on young people's mental health. The impact of repeated exposure to these events is not well understood. A recent study looked at how multiple disasters affect teens' mental health in the United States. It used a mix of public data t

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Why Are Young People Struggling?

February 5, 2025

The mental health of young people has been a serious concern since the mid-1900s. Most mental illnesses pop up before a person turns 25. Things have gotten worse in the last 20 years. The issue is not just about people being more aware or getting better diagnoses. It is a real crisis. Young people

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Mental Health Matters: Understanding Youth Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa

January 9, 2025

Young people in sub-Saharan Africa often struggle to access mental health care. To understand the extent of this issue, researchers reviewed studies on five common mental disorders among youth under 19 years old. They found that many youth face challenges like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),