Kristine ChangFounder, kristinethevideo · UX Designer & Digital Storyteller | 200K+ Audience

youth mental health.

18 Dec 2024 · 3 min

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In this video, the speaker highlights the growing crisis of youth mental health, describing how pressures such as academic expectations, social media comparison, relationship navigation, and the lingering effects of global crises create overwhelming stress for young people. The speaker emphasizes that mental health challenges affect all youths, including those in higher education who face isolation and the transition to independence. The importance of organizations like the Jed Foundation is underscored; they provide tools, resources, and stigma‑breaking support that empower teens to seek help and foster open conversations. The speaker frames investing in youth mental health as an investment in the future, noting the privilege of having support and urging extension of that support to others. During the holiday season, the creator donates 100% of Super Thanks and YouTube earnings to the Jed Foundation to fund mental‑health resources and therapy for teens and young adults. The video concludes with a call to action: if anyone is struggling, reach out to organizations like the Jed Foundation, as help is available and reaching out is the first step toward healing.

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Hello. Youth mental health is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. For many young people, the pressure to succeed, navigate relationships, and find their place in a fast-paced world can feel overwhelming and stressful. Add to that the weight of social media comparisons, academic expectations, and the lingering effects of global crises, And it's no surprise that so many of us are struggling. Mental health challenges don't discriminate. Even the most seemingly resilient young people may face battles we can't see. For those fortunate enough to pursue higher education, the transition to adulthood often brings stress, feelings of isolation, and the challenge of managing independence for the first time. These formative years are crucial Not only for academic and career development, but also emotional growth and stability. That's why organizations like the Jed Foundation are so important. They provide the tools, resources, and support systems young people need to manage their mental health and build resilience. By breaking the stigma around mental health, they empower young people to seek help and support one another. Fostering open and honest conversations. Investing in youth mental health is investing in the future. Every young person deserves to be seen, supported, and capable of navigating life's challenges. Acknowledging the privilege of having support in our own journeys helps us understand the urgency of extending that same support To others. This holiday season, I wanted to give back to my community, so I donated to the Jed Foundation. I contributed 100% of my Super Thanks I received on my videos along with my YouTube video earnings to support their mission of helping teens and young adults to navigate difficult times through access to mental health resources and therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling, please remember that help is available. Organizations like the Jed Foundation are here to provide the guidance and support needed to navigate these challenges, and you are not alone. And reaching out is the first step towards healing.