Black young people are more at risk of depression, anxiety, and stress due to the pandemic. The recent spotlight on police violence against Black people, students are experiencing paralyzing anxiety and grief. It’s hard to talk about, and it’s hard for them to find help.
Jones, C. "Black Youth Face Rising Rates of Depression, Anxiety, Suicide." Edsource, (2022).
This author argues that physical activity and fitness is essential to maintain good mental health, and that a regimen of exercise is an effective treatment for a range of mental illnesses including mild to moderate depression.
National Alliance on Mental Health, (2020).
NAMI partners with CDE to explain the importance of and strategies for supporting the mental health needs of youth; how families and loved ones can support youth going back to school during the pandemic; and ways to advocate and get involved in policy changes for youth mental health.
National Alliance on Mental Health, (2021).
