About The Study: In this large, nationally representative sample of U.S. youths, the proportions of youths with anxiety or depression increased from 2016 to 2022. In contrast, youth physical health conditions like asthma and severe headache or migraine decreased, while behavioral or conduct problems and heart conditions were consistent. These findings suggest that deterioration in youth health was specific to depression and anxiety but not select physical health conditions. This study aimed to characterize trends in youth health in the U.S., but more work is needed to identify factors associated with observed trends and mechanisms associated with changes.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Marie E. Heffernan, PhD, email mheffernan@luriechildrens.org.
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(doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2025.0556)
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