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Surge in Adolescent Anxiety Calls for Early Intervention

5/31/2025

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Adolescent anxiety is on the rise worldwide, driven by maternal stress and early caregiving experiences. Researchers Mark Hanson and Peter Gluckman highlight how early environmental signals can shape emotional responses, potentially leading to anxiety when perceived threats fail to occur. They call for proactive mental health strategies to be implemented from early childhood, particularly in fast-evolving societies like the U.S.

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Adolescent anxiety is on the rise worldwide, driven by maternal stress and early caregiving experiences. Researchers Mark Hanson and Peter Gluckman highlight how early environmental signals can shape emotional responses, potentially leading to anxiety when perceived threats fail to occur. They call for proactive mental health strategies to be implemented from early childhood, particularly in fast-evolving societies like the U.S.