In this video, the New York Times discusses why so many teenagers are feeling anxious, depressed, and even suicidal. They discuss the science behind this recent mental health crisis, and how phenomena such as social media can play a huge, not always positive, role in the lives of young teens.
Warning: This video contains discussions of suicidal thoughts and self-harm. If you or someone you know is struggling, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text Crisis Text Line by texting “LIV” to 741-741.