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Youth Mental Health Crisis: 42% Rise in Depression

1/14/2025

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Hannah Brecke, a passionate youth leader from Wisconsin, bravely opened up about her mental health battles at a recent briefing. Alarmingly, youth depression has surged by 42% and suicidal thoughts by 41% over the past decade. In response, lawmakers are advocating for universal wellness screenings and the establishment of psychiatric treatment facilities to enhance mental health services for young people across the state.

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Hannah Brecke, a passionate youth leader from Wisconsin, bravely opened up about her mental health battles at a recent briefing. Alarmingly, youth depression has surged by 42% and suicidal thoughts by 41% over the past decade. In response, lawmakers are advocating for universal wellness screenings and the establishment of psychiatric treatment facilities to enhance mental health services for young people across the state.