A freshman’s take on teen mental health 101, and spoiler, it’s not constant positivity

A sustainable future and the health and wellness of teens are inextricably linked. Since the pandemic, there’s been an increase in high school students feeling persistently sad or hopeless and a shortage in pediatric mental health providers. In this episode, Cayah Leavy, a high school freshman, walks us through her experiences with mental health, balancing the  stressors of her teenage life, and her advice to adults who want to connect with teens.