Teen girls are experiencing record levels of sadness. 57%
of high school girls felt persistently sad or hopeless.
In 2021, that's according to a new report by
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By comparison
, 29% of boys reported the same feelings. 30%
of girls also reported that they seriously considered suicide in
2021. That figure is up from 19% in 2011
. Research shows young women are more likely to struggle
with depression, not only are they likely to struggle
with depression but also anxiety. The CDCs youth risk
behavior survey also finds 18% of them also experience sexual
violence in the past year. Now, if you
or someone that you know is thinking or talking about
hurting yourself or suicide call or text 988 and you'll
be able to speak with someone at the suicide and
crisis Lifeline to get some help.