What do teenagers suffer from?

While depression and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed mental illnesses, teens can also suffer from eating disorders, personality disorders, substance-abuse disorders, psychotic disorders, and more.

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TEENAGE MENTAL HEALTH STATISTICS

Mental illness is a disorder of brain function. There are many different classes and categories of mental health disorders, and those who suffer from mental illness do not do so by choice. Various factors can cause and/or contribute to the development of mental illness, and while it may be different for each person, suffering from a mental health disorder can have a significant impact on one’s life and overall wellbeing. Having a mental illness often makes even the most mundane things you do in life hard. All areas have the potential to be affected by mental illness: work, school, and socializing with other people. Despite what many believe, mental illness is common in teenagers. Approximately one in five teens (aged 12 to 18) suffer from at least one mental health disorder. Mental health disorders can have a significant impact on daily life and overall wellbeing, and depending on what type, may affect relationships, physical health, academic performance, etc. While depression and anxiety are the most commonly diagnosed mental illnesses, teens can also suffer from eating disorders, personality disorders, substance-abuse disorders, psychotic disorders, and more. The adolescent and teenage years are a critical period where youth begin their transition from childhood to adulthood. Because this formative period is so crucial in shaping how young people will function as adults, ensuring adolescents and teenagers are fully supported in all facets of life, including mental health, is critical for fostering this transition. Researchers believe that brain changes in adolescence increase a teen’s vulnerability to depression and anxiety, and play a role in the severe gender disparity in these disorders.

DEPRESSION

More than 11% of adolescents and teens report experiencing at least one major depressive episode in the last year, and the numbers continue to climb. Major depression affects everyone differently but is typically marked by significant and pervasive feelings of sadness that impair the ability to concentrate or fully engage in everyday activities. The mental health of adolescents and teenagers seems to be worsening. Rates of young people with severe depression have increased from 5% in 2012 to 8% in 2015. 7% of youth (or 1.8 million adolescents and teens) experience severe depression. These youth experienced very serious interference in school, home and in relationships. More than 5% of American teenagers report having a substance use or alcohol problem 50% of mental health issues are established by the age of 14, and 75% by age 24. There is a nearly two-fold increase in mood disorders from 13 to 18, from 8.4% to 15.4%

Depression and bipolar disorder affect approximately 14% of youth age 13-17

Adolescent and teenage girls are two times more likely to experience depression than boys. The reason for this is likely biologically based, as the brain regions affected by depression have high concentrations of sex hormone receptors.

Anxiety

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Anxiety disorders are also hugely common in adolescents and teenagers. Nearly one in three adolescents and teenagers meet criteria for an anxiety disorder by the age of 18. And while there are various types of anxiety disorders experienced by young people, phobias and separation anxiety tend to be seen the most. As peer relationships become more and more important, social anxieties are more likely to develop. Nearly one in three adolescents and teenagers meet criteria for an anxiety disorder by the age of 18. Generalized anxiety disorder: 2% Specific phobia: 19% Social phobia: 9% Separation anxiety: 7% PTSD: 5% Panic disorder: 2%

As with depression, anxiety disorders occur more frequently in females than males:

Separation anxiety: 9% females, 6% males

PTSD: 8% females, 2% males

Social phobia: 11% females, 7% males

Specific phobia: 22% females, 16% males

Panic disorder: 2% females, 2% males

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Because a teenager’s brain structure is not fully developed, their brains are more inclined to experience radical, and irreversible change when using drugs. Specifically, drug use impedes the development of brain circuits conducive to healthy impulse control, thus having lifelong effects. Because of this, early exposure to drugs and alcohol can more quickly lead to dependence than if exposure occurs in adulthood. Early exposure to drugs and alcohol is also linked to the development of mental health disorders like psychosis. The various changes occurring in the brains of teens and adolescents allow for learning and thriving, but are also thought to make this population more susceptible to lifelong damage than at other times. Early and sustained exposure to drugs and alcohol can more quickly lead to dependence than drug and alcohol use in adulthood and is also linked to the development of mental health disorders like psychosis.

35.6% have used marijuana or hashish in the past year

14.3% have used an illicit drug other than marijuana in the past year

55.6% have used alcohol in the past year

12% have illicitly used a prescription drug in the past year

6.7% have used amphetamines in the past year

Studies indicate adolescents and teenagers are at a significantly heightened risk for developing symptoms of drug dependence when drug use starts before age 18.

3x risk with marijuana

2x risk with benzodiazepines (e.g., Ativan, Valium, etc.)

5x risk for cocaine, stimulants, and opioids

Other teen substance abuse statistics include:

Marijuana use is linked to early onset of psychosis in teens and young adults already at risk for developing a psychotic disorder Daily use of marijuana doubles the risk of onset of a psychotic disorder Persistent marijuana use is connected to a declining IQ (which many believe to be irreversible, even if use stops) In the adolescent and teenage years, it is very common for young people to start pushing for more independence, engaging in more risky behavior, and challenging authority. Essentially, the teen brain is wired to test limits and individualize from parents. And while some do this in a “healthy” way, some teens, especially those with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), carry. Yet children with ADHD often carry this natural tendency to extreme ADHD, especially in adolescents and teens, is linked to impulsive behavior and dangerous risk-taking. Studies indicate this is due to the slower development of certain brain regions.

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Psychosis

The late adolescent and teenage years are considered “peak years” for the onset of psychotic disorders, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. 100,000 adolescents and teenagers experience their first psychotic episode between ages 15 and 25. Research around genetics suggests schizophrenia is a disorder linked to the process of “pruning” in the developing brain. There are higher levels of pruning-related proteins in the brains of individuals with schizophrenia, and the onset of schizophrenia matches up closely with when pruning is occurring in the part of the brain linked to schizophrenia. 52% of those with a first episode psychosis make a full or partial functional recovery with early intervention, vs. just 15% receiving typical treatment. With mental health conditions being so common in teenagers, it is hugely important for parents and caretakers to be knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms. Teens may present differently, but there are certain signs common to the majority of mental health disorders to be on the lookout for.

Behavioral changes

Changes in appearance

School or work performance

Health issues

Detecting a mental illness can be tricky since teenagers go through a number of behavioral, social, and physical changes during adolescence. The good news is, if your teen has a mental health condition, there are a number of effective treatments. Treatment looks different for everyone, depending on the specific mental health disorder and other individual factors. Nonetheless, enhancing social skills, problem-solving skills, and self-confidence can help prevent mental health problems for some, and help others manage the symptoms of pre-existing conditions. Even though so many young people struggle with mental illness, less than 50% of them receive treatment for their condition. If you or someone you know may be struggling with a mental health disorder, it is best to consult a mental health professional as soon as possible. Early identification and effective treatment intervention is the key to successfully managing the disorder and preventing future impairment. Polaris Teen Center provides comprehensive, residential treatment for mental health and co-occurring disorders. For more information on how to help your child or teen, please contact our admissions staff at 1-844-836-0222 or visit our website.

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