Dharamshala, May 3 -- Former Chief Minister and former union Minister Shanta Kumar today expressed deep concern over the growing mental stress among the youth of Himachal Pradesh, citing findings from a recent survey as "alarming and worrisome".
Referring to a study conducted by PGI and the National Health Mission, he said that a significant section of the state's young population is grappling with mental health issues. According to the survey conducted among 11,000 adolescents in the state, nearly 53 per cent are experiencing mental stress, while 14 per cent are suffering from depression.
He further noted that about 5 per cent of adolescents reported having suicidal thoughts, with those in the 15-18 age group being the most affected.
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