Top Research Papers on Adolescent Mental Health

The significance of mental health promotion and intervention programs in enhancing adolescents’ well-being and reducing mental health problems is highlighted and there is an opportunity to apply a whole-school strategy with online curriculums.

The findings suggest the need to implement experimental or quasi-experimental studies to ascertain the effectiveness of interventions that promote adolescents′ positive Mental Health Literacy (MHL) level and Positive Mental Health (PMH) levels.

Background Mental health problems are not distributed equally in society. Our understanding of when social inequalities in mental health emerge is limited. We sought to examine inequalities in trajectories of mental distress in diverse, representative cohorts of adolescents in inner-London. Methods We analysed longitudinal data from our cohort study of adolescent mental health, REACH (n=4663; 51% girls, 29% free school meals [FSM], 85% minoritised ethnic groups). We used latent growth curve models to estimate trajectories of mental distress (total, internalising, and externalising scores from ...

The book covers all the core aspects of child and adolescent mental health, starting with the background to emotional and behavioural problems, looking at models and tools for assessment and treatment before examining the specific problems encountered in young children, older children and adolescents.

1. Adolescent Development 2. Evidence-Based Intervention and Prevention 3. Externalizing Problems: Risk, Prevention and Treatment 4. Internalizing Problems: Anxiety and Depression 5. Alcohol and Drug Use 6. Social Competence and Social Skills 7. Adolescent Mental Health and the School System 8. Special Challenges to Helping Adolescents with Mental Health Needs Appendix. Perspectives on Adolescent Development

This Viewpoint discusses benefits and risks of using conversational artificial intelligence platforms to deliver psychotherapy to adolescents.

This article is a comprehensive narrative review on school bullying, which has been taken as a significant public health issue in relation to our children or ourselves. It increases the risk of lifelong consequences including mental disorders and social problems. Though there are existing reviews summarizing some critical parts of this topic, it is scarce of systematic examination to the fundamentals of bullying and comparisons across different bullying roles of victims, perpetrators, and in particular, positive and negative bystanders. By examining prevalence rates, types, influencing factors...

There was little change in the overall percentage of US children and adolescents with severe mental health impairment between 2019 and 2021, however, there was a significant increase in the gap separating outpatient mental health care of Black and White youth.

It is proposed that females and youth with darker skin may be disproportionately affected by the pernicious psychological effects of acne, and interdisciplinary research on acne is highlighted to clarify whether, when, how, and for whom acne exerts toxic effects on psychological health.

The present study suggests that adolescents with a permissive parenting style have poor mental health compared with authoritative and authoritarian parenting styles, and recommends incorporating healthy practices in parenting styles to prevent mental health issues among adolescents.

In Pakistan, traditional bullying is common and is clearly related with lower general happiness and higher depression, and there is a need to incorporate the promotion of anti-bullying programs and promote positive health as an integral part of the curriculums of Pakistani Schools.

This thesis explores how the COVID-19 pandemic affects the mental health of adolescents through a review of the research literature and assesses the interventions that some of the studies introduced to help adolescents cope with depression, anxiety, and stress.

The purpose of this article is to explore the role of neighborhood characteristics, specifically economic disadvantage/advantage, residential instability, and racial/ethnic heterogeneity on emotional distress (depressed affect, anxiety, hopelessness) among youth. Using a regional sample of adolescents and matching their data to census tracts, we use hierarchical linear modeling to examine the relationship of neighborhood spatial factors on distress while controlling for individual, family, peer, and school factors. Results show neighborhood effects for adolescent distress are consistent with a...

Promotion and prevention at a community level, coordinated between different sectors, could help to foster youth resilience and non-specialist mental healthcare provision is a promising approach in low-resource settings but must be adapted to local needs.

Prevalence of being at-risk of mental health illiteracy is high among Iranian adolescents, and having religious beliefs was associated with the stigmatization component.

The results indicate that children´s living arrangements following separation is important to consider in relation to parental health, and the pathways for men and women into different custodial arrangements differ, and so do the associations with parental health.

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Though pediatric psychopharmacology was developed first with the work of Bradley (1937) and Knobel (1959), further development of drugs to treat mental disorders of children and adolescents was essentially halted for most of the 20th century until the 1990s.

Three major themes guiding current research relevant to mental health in adolescence are discussed in this article: a focus on analysis of interindividual differences to describe variety in adaptation; the integration of biological, psychological, social, and cultural variables in models of adolescence; and an emphasis on the developmental aspects of adolescent mental health.

Clinicians must be aware of the above associations and their clinical implications, and patients with either mental health or sleep concerns should be screened for potential co-morbid conditions.

The guideline discusses the various milestones in typical neurodevelopment and the various checkpoints where atypical development can be picked up and it is indispensable for clinicians to approach well- being in a scientific way and get a clear understanding of the laws and policies for child welfare and protection.

There is a growing tendency for mental health disorders to emerge during adolescence. These disorders impair emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning, such as unsatisfying peer relationships, disruptive behavior, and decreased academic performance. They also contribute to vulnerability in later adulthood which negatively influences life-long well-being. Thus, research into etiology is imperative to provide implications for prevention and intervention within family and school practices. It is suggested that the onset of psychological disorders, such as depression and anxiety, is closely...

We aim to describe the Australian child and adolescent mental health system, which has its historical origins in the child guidance clinic, with recent efforts at modernisation to meet community needs and major policy innovations, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and expansion of digital/telehealth services. Shared funding/responsibility across commonwealth and state/territory governments has resulted in country-wide variations, allowing innovation but also introducing fragmentation and duplication. The increase in demand outstripping supply (which was exacerbated by w...

The findings of this study suggest that the mental health burden of Ukrainian adolescents amidst the Russian invasion of Ukraine is substantial and mental health care efforts to alleviate the mental health burden of Ukrainian adolescents are needed.

The results showed that adolescents who received probiotic supplements experienced a significant reduction in symptoms of anxiety and depression compared to the control group, and stress levels also showed a significant reduction in the group receiving probiotic supplements.

Adolescence is one of the developmental stages marked by the emergence of psychological turmoil, so it is not easy for some individuals to live through it. This study aimed to determine the general profile of typical mental health problems experienced by adolescents in East Java. This study used a descriptive survey conducted on adolescents aged 15–18 years in East Java. The sampling technique used is simple random sampling. Data were obtained using sociodemographic data and the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). The results show that emotional problems emerged as the most prevale...

Adolescent mental health has implications for current and future wellbeing. While a link exists between poverty and mental health, little is known about how experiencing material hardship, such as insecurity of food, housing, utilities, and medical care, throughout early childhood affects adolescent mental health. We examine the relationship between material hardship in childhood and adolescent mental health. We use Poisson regression to examine the effect of material hardship experienced at different stages of childhood on adolescent depression and anxiety outcomes at age 15. We use longitudi...

The results suggest that the tri-folded description of stigma involving stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination can be applicable to adolescents.

This review aims to summarize the knowledge in the field of sleep regulation and to explore implications for adolescents’ mental and physical health, as well as to outline potential strategies of prevention.

School-based mental health support services allow children and adolescents easy access to services without requirement of traveling to clinics and hospitals. We describe a School Mental Health Support Scheme (SMHSS) piloted in Hong Kong and discuss the challenges and learnings from the experience. This conceptual paper argues that accessibility is not the only advantage of such services. Teachers are significant others in child development, alongside with families. They play a central role in impacting the children's/adolescents' needs for competence and adult attachment, while schools provide...

Interventions, including comprehensive health behaviors, should be strengthened to prevent mental health problems in adolescents, according to this study's findings.

The authors need to understand the causes to inform prevention and there needs to be a greater understanding of how knowledge of these causes is transferred to the clinic and into the practice.

Mental health of adolescents and youth is a very problematic issue that is not expressed only with elements and required a lot of analysis and statistic to arrive for a result which serves to us for knowing and preventive the problem.

This fact sheet provides a very brief introduction to mental health with a focus on definition, assessment, and mental health disorders, then offers perspective on the role youth development approaches may play in promoting positive mental health and protecting againstmental health disorders.

The lack of public understanding of mental health creates a negative stigma in society, leading to delays and inadequate treatment in addressing mental disorders. Therefore, this study aims to enhance mental health literacy among adolescents by providing Islamic mental health psychoeducation training. The research subjects were 11 students from Class XI Religion, MAN 1 Banjarmasin, utilizing a pre-experimental research design known as the one-group pretest-posttest design. The measurement tool used was the Islamic mental health literacy scale, and data analysis was conducted using a paired sam...

Abstract: The rise of social media platforms has revolutionized the way adolescents interact and communicate. This paper aims to delve into the intricate relationship between social media usage and the mental health of adolescents. With the pervasive integration of social media in their lives, this study seeks to examine the potential implications on their mental well-being, specifically focusing on anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. The research methodology involves a comprehensive literature review of academic articles, studies, and surveys conducted on the subject matter. Analysis of var...

It is found that the likelihood of a depression diagnosis and antidepressant use increases shortly after pill initiation and substantial variation in primary care providers’ tendency to prescribe the pill to adolescents is uncovered.

Demographic, socio-cultural, technological information, and communication changes in the country affect the mental state of young people, their emotional and psychological state, as well as the degree of their social adaptation and self-realization. Therefore, the study and understanding of the mechanisms that affect psychological well-being and mental health of young people in a transitive society is a key and urgent task for modern psychology. Not only the personal development of young people depends on this, but also, more broadly, the socio-economic well-being of society as a whole. The pu...

Mental health is a health issue that is gaining increasing global attention, especially in today's digital age. This research aims to understand the role of social communication in supporting public policies in the field of mental health. Excavate the impact of the use of social media on mental health that focuses on Generation Z, as a vulnerable group. The study describes the complexity of the relationship between social media and mental health and proposes a balanced approach to supporting public mental health in this digital age. The research methods used in this study are content analysis ...

The article aims to familiarize the audience with the impact of sports on various organs and systems, with the benefits for the physical and mental health of adolescents from sports activities, as well as to provide information on recommendations for the correct choice of sports depending on the constitution and disposition of adolescents.

Taking a broad perspective, this article considers the growing demand for mental health services for children and young people and how social psychiatry can be situated in the current framework of psychiatry as a medical specialty as well as within child and adolescent mental health care provision more widely.

Technological developments have taken place in the modern world. Internet Addiction has even been championed as an actual disorder, notably by psychologists Kimberly Young. This paper throws light on facts about Internet addiction and mental health of adolescence have a strong connection. The data collected from secondary sources as books, journals, e-books and various Google sites. There is strong connection between Internet addiction and mental health of adolescence. Due to excess use of internet has harmful detrimental effects on adolescence.

Concern for adolescents usually focuses on physical problems, such as reproductive health and nutrition, including anemia and obesity. Nowadays, adolescent mental health has been recognized as essential, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Mental health problems that often occur in adolescents include anxiety, depression, and the risk of suicide. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of mental health problems and the risk of suicide among adolescent students in Bali Province, Indonesia. The sample consisted of 435 students from four junior high schools (Grades 7, 8, and 9)...

The trajectories of mental health problems and participation in adolescents with NDD were investigated and compared with trajectories for peers without NDD and the relationship between participation, mental health (well-being), andmental health problems were investigated.

The development of the times in the current digital era has a positive and negative impact on the stages of adolescent development. Among the development of mental health for adolescents as individuals, the child development category in the final phase shows that their development still requires self-control guidelines for thinking and acting. Developing the health potential of adolescents can be done with Islamic mental health education. This study aims to discuss how important Islamic mental health education for adolescents in the digital era. The research method used is a type of library re...

Loneliness is associated with depression and anxiety in children and young people with pre-existing mental health conditions, and this relationship may be bidirectional, and interventions to address loneliness should be further developed and tested.

Whether in the United States or abroad, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted adolescent mental health and it is important to seek and to use all of the available resources and therapies to help adolescents mediate the adjustments caused by the pandemic.

— Social media use during adolescence can adversely affect health and development. It could be safely assumed that social media is the most famous and preferred leisure activity among adolescents. Most teens report that social media gives positive contributions to their lives, but the modern research literature documented that social media use and a dolescents’ mental health are adversely connected. Social media is a double-edged sword, so it can affect their mental health in a constructive or destructive way. Hence the excess use of social media comes with some risks for adolescents. The pres...

This secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial found that a short-term reduction in leisure-time screen media use within families positively affected psychological symptoms of children and adolescents, particularly by mitigating internalizing behavioral issues and enhancing prosocial behavior.

This study examined the role of emotional intelligence to mental health. In this study, the identified mental health components are anxiety, depression, self-efficacy, and resilience. This correlational research used regression analyses were conducted to examine the correlational relationships among variables The results showed the EI is negative predict anxiety and depression, and reactivity, a component of resilience. EI was shown to positively predict self-efficacy and resilience among 300Filipino adolescents. These results provide support for the idea that emotionally intelligent individua...