The biggest public health threats to teenagers in the US have shifted from binge drinking, drunken driving, and smoking to soaring rates of mental health disorders, especially anxiety. In 2022, the US surgeon general issued a rare public advisory warning of a national emergency due to a devastating mental health crisis among adolescents, which was exacerbated by the pandemic. The film explores the epidemic of anxiety, lifting the shame around mental health and offering emotional insights into its impact on families and children's lives.
Anxious Nation
The documentary delves into the growing issue of anxiety disorders among teenagers, uncovering early indicators of anxiety in children and providing actionable guidance on fostering mental health and wellness.
