– An adolescent boy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo “When I think about everyone that has died because of the disease it makes me sad, and when I learn the number of cases is increasing, it makes me stressed.” Those most at risk include the millions who are forced from their homes, scarred by conflict and serious adversity, and deprived of access to schooling, protection and support. In 21 countries, roughly 1 in 5 young people aged 15-24 said they often feel depressed or have little interest in doing things, according to a UNICEF and Gallup global survey, part of the forthcoming Changing Childhood project. “Even if you are ambitious, you will not be able to achieve your ambitions because you are psychologically totally defeated.”Įven before the pandemic, psychosocial distress and poor mental health afflicted far too many children. Please contact: we enter the third year of the pandemic, the disruption to routines, education, recreation, as well as concern for family income and health, is leaving many young people feeling afraid, angry and concerned for their future. It calls for commitment, communication and action as part of a comprehensive approach to promote good mental health for every child, protect vulnerable children and care for children facing the greatest challenges.Ĭlick here for an interactive view of data from the report.Ĭlick here to read On My Mind: How adolescents experience and perceive mental health around the world.Ĭlick here for tips and resources on how to talk to your child about mental health.Ĭlick here for tips on reaching out, providing support and breaking the stigma around mental health. It focuses on risks and protective factors at critical moments in the life course and delves into the social determinants that shape mental health and well-being. The State of the World’s Children 2021 examines child, adolescent and caregiver mental health. But the pandemic may represent the tip of a mental health iceberg – an iceberg we have ignored for far too long. The COVID-19 pandemic has raised concerns about the mental health of a generation of children.
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