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Over-Medicalizing Teen Angst: A Growing Concern

Over-Medicalizing Teen Angst: A Growing Concern

Update: 2025-12-07
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Teenagers: Navigating the Complexities of Adolescence - Explore the unique challenges faced by teenagers today, from the pressure of fashion and consumerism to the confusion of sexual attraction. Discover how the concept of teenager problem has evolved, with a growing number of children and teenagers being diagnosed with various conditions. Delve into the controversy surrounding the widespread use of stimulant drugs for conditions like ADHD, and the debate on over-medicalizing normal adolescent anxieties. Health Secretary Wes Streeting orders an independent review into the rising demand for mental health services.

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Over-Medicalizing Teen Angst: A Growing Concern

Over-Medicalizing Teen Angst: A Growing Concern