Teens Visiting ER for Eating Disorders Doubled During Pandemic

March 7, 2022

Healthline

Throughout the pandemic, the lockdowns, social isolation, and relentless anxiety and fear related to COVID-19 have driven a surge in depression, anxiety, and trauma-related mental health conditions among children and teenagers.

A new reportTrusted Source from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that pediatric emergency room visits due to mental health conditions skyrocketed during the pandemic.

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