CDC Report Reveals Mixed Trends in Teen Mental Health

While overall sadness among teens shows slight improvement, LGBTQ+ youth continue to face significant mental health challenges.

The percentage of teenage girls reporting extreme depressive symptoms decreased from 57% in 2021 to 53% in 2023.
LGBTQ+ youth reported higher rates of poor mental health, with 65% feeling persistent sadness compared to 31% of cisgender peers.
Suicide attempts among Black students have significantly decreased since 2021, according to the latest survey data.
Substance use among teens has declined over the past decade, with fewer reporting alcohol and marijuana use.
Social media use remains high, with over 82% of girls and 73% of boys using it frequently.