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“One study found that an average high school student today likely deals with as much anxiety as did a psychiatric patient in the 1950s. The numbers are eye-opening” quote by Kate Fagan
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““One study found that an average high school student today likely deals with as much anxiety as did a psychiatric patient in the 1950s. The numbers are eye-opening””

Kate Fagan

About This Quote

Source Interview: ESPN The Undefeated, 2023

Modern teens experience anxiety levels comparable to mid‑20th‑century psychiatric patients, highlighting a mental‑health crisis.

In simple terms: Teens are as anxious as patients once were.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address rising anxiety in youth.

Themes

mental health anxiety generational change

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

statistical awareness

When to use this quote

  • school counseling
  • parental support
  • policy advocacy
  • clinical screening

Key Concepts

psychology epidemiology stress

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools better support anxious students?
  • What societal factors have increased teen anxiety?
A Different Perspective

Data may be skewed by differing diagnostic criteria over time.

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