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Why Teen Wellness Matters
The sta琀椀s琀椀cs are sobering:
In Australia, people aged 15–24 are more likely
than older age groups to experience anxiety,
depression, and risky behaviours like vaping
and binge drinking.
Globally, 1 in 5 teens experience a major
depressive episode each year.
Over 80% of teens feel pressure to look
or act a certain way on social media
— with daily use averaging nearly
5 hours.
And despite being more
connected than ever,
teens report record
levels of loneliness.
Clearly, something’s
not working.
But with
consistent
support
from families,
schools,
wellness
professionals and
communi琀椀es, things
can get be琀琀er.
