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Australian teenagers are reporting increasing rates of psychological distress

A study by Mission Australia and the Black Dog Institute has found almost one in four teenagers are now reporting mental health challenges, with rates twice as high in girls and young women.

Annastasysa Watts has a busy life.

Along with studying psychology at university, the 19-year-old from Western Australia is also a manager at a fast food outlet and a volunteer with a number of community organisations.

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By Peggy Giakoumelos

Presented by Justin Sungil Park




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