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Young Australians reporting more psychological distress now than in 2012

Annastasya Watts

Annastasya is now a mental health spokesperson and shares her experiences with others. Source: SBS

The metastudy of Australians between the ages of 15 and 19 also shows young females are twice as likely to report mental health challenges than young males.


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By Peggy Giakoumelos

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The metastudy of Australians between the ages of 15 and 19 also shows young females are twice as likely to report mental health challenges than young males.



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