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Mental health issues among

adolescents

Dr. Shruti Modi (M.A, M.Phil, PhD.)


Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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Depression Anxiety

Most common disorders in adolescence


Depression
• Social isolation
• Mobile addiction
• Family conflicts

Second pandemic for children and adolescents


Depression
• Age of onset of depression is decreasing
• 20% adolescents face depression at some point
• School dropouts: 59% depressed
• Being in 10th standard and lack of self-satisfaction in academics
Anxiety
Symptoms of anxiety
Causes of anxiety in adolescents
• Changes in body
• Academic stress
• Exam fear
• Competition
• Overwork
• Peer pressure
• Unsafe living environment
• Internet Addiction
Exam anxiety
Tips to reduce exam anxiety

1. Keep a positive 2. Get a good night’s sleep


attitude
Tips to reduce exam anxiety

3. Study 4. Get good nutrition


Tips to reduce exam anxiety

5. Be early 6. Read carefully


Tips to reduce exam anxiety
7. Take deep breaths 8. Focus
Tips to reduce exam anxiety
9. Mind the clock 10. Just start writing
ANY QUESTIONS?
Dr. Shruti Modi
Ph: 9660912430
E-mail: dr.shrutimodi@gmail.com

Address: E-48, Shastrinagar, Bhilwara

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