adolescent mental health decline

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Outcomes Are Declining Despite Continued Improvements in Well-being Indicators — Photo by

Wellness Indicators Don’t Actually Safeguard Teens

Wellness indicators do not actually safeguard teens; they miss critical psychosocial distress that fuels rising anxiety, depression, and suicide rates. While schools celebrate higher activity and sleep scores, underlying mental health trends tell a different story. In 2026, I examined a nationwide wellness report that showed physical activity among teens