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Factors that influence mental health in young people

“I think there is a misconception about mental health that it’s an individual issue. The presence of a supportive network goes a long way in helping to get better, but the shape of society can reduce these networks for lots of young people.” Anonymous Lots of different factors influence young people’s mental health. Anybody can experience poor mental health or be diagnosed with a mental health condition. There is no single cause for poor mental health or diagnosable mental health conditions, and the causes can be complex.

Individual

Community

Political/ social/ economical

Group/family

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