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New research shows mental health problems are surging among the young in Europe. In Britain, 35% of 16-24 year olds are neither employed nor in education, at least 1/3 because of mental health issues. (www.ft.com)

submitted 1 month ago by Lugh to c/futurology

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[–] protist@mander.xyz 8 points 1 month ago

Yeah, I wouldn't underestimate the impact internet culture has had on this stat. A subset of young people have done so little socializing in real life that they feel intense anxiety about it and spend most of their free time alone with their devices. This can lead to failure in education, employment, and relationships. I say this because I know some of them

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