SOC377 Lecture Notes - Lecture 27: Youth Suicide, Global Gun Cultures, Bulimia Nervosa
21 Dec 2016
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On the whole studies suggest that the mental health of youth is deteriorating over time. British studies of mental health in youth suggests that 9. 6 percent suffer from persistent psychological problems. 11. 6 percent of girl reported some form of self harm. The british medical association estimates that as many as 1. 1 million youth in the uk need mental health services. Depression among young women is nearly double that among young men. A 2001 survey by bibby reported that girls reported more negative mental health outcomes than boys including. Feeling not as good as others (43% to 27%) Depression among young women was more likely to be linked to anxiety. Among young men most frequently associated with substance abuse and anti-social behavior. Males are less likely to seek treatment for mental health related issues. Males are more likely to attempt suicide than women. Youth suicide rates in the uk are the lowest. Uk 8 percent in males, 2 percent in females.
