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Teen Mental Health: Insights from a Colorado Mental Health Clinic
The adolescent experience has certainly changed over the years with innovations and revolutions in personal communication and culture at large. But in many ways, the concerns of today’s teens are much the same as those in the past. Struggles with identity and acceptance among peers, finding solace at home, and planning for one’s upcoming adulthood are still top-of-mind for today’s teens. However, mental health issues among adolescents today have reached alarming levels, increasing the urgency in finding out how we can better support them. This article seeks to assemble some of the insights we've gathered as a Boulder, Colorado mental health clinic; along the way we will highlight essential information on common disorders, warning signs, and the role parents and guardians can play in facilitating open communication. By examining teen mental health in depth, we can collectively work towards fostering a healthier, more supportive environment for the new generations.