Fight against the mental crisis: children and adolescents in focus!
Fight against the mental crisis: children and adolescents in focus!
The mental health of children and adolescents has increasingly focused since the outbreak of corona pandemic. A current survey shows alarming numbers: approximately 70% of young people feel psychological stress. These worrying developments were recently discussed by the Federal Youth Minister Lisa Paus , which pointed out the profound effects of several crises. The pressure on young people is growing, and both worries and considerable fears of the future are the order of the day. These findings were made by the underlined that plans various measures to support and strengthen mental health.
The federal government has developed various strategies to react to the challenges. One of these measures is the "strategy against loneliness" , which was launched in June 2022 and is in coordination with other ministries. Furthermore, the "Alliance for the Young Generation" was founded, an association of advocates and partners in politics and society in order to support young people in these difficult times. For many young people, the number of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety disorders and eating disorders, has increased. This is a direct consequence of pandemic, which is also reflected in an increase in media use in young people.
new initiatives to support
A central element of the current efforts is the app "Junoma" , which is now available as part of a comprehensive online consulting offer. It offers free, low -threshold and data -safe support for children and adolescents around the clock. This is an important step in order to meet the mental needs of young people.
The introduction of "mental health coaches" at over 100 schools After the summer vacation should also help to achieve several tens of thousands of students directly. These coaches will try to offer young people aid in difficult times and to support them in coping with their challenges.
economic consequences of mental illnesses
A study on the economic costs of pandemeic mental illnesses also outlines a worrying framework: the annual costs are estimated at 2.8 to 5.6 billion euros . These figures not only illustrate the urgency of the situation, but also the need to act early and take preventive measures.
Overall, the situation shows how important it is to offer young people new ways of support and help in times of uncertainty. The initiative of the Federal Government, such as it, Blickpunkt Arnsberg in detail, as well as the use of new technologies and service offers are decisive steps. to promote the next generation sustainably.
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