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Being a teenager has never been easy, but today’s teens are facing unique challenges that make mental health support more important than ever. From the pressures of social media to academic stress, uncertainty about the future, and increasing rates of anxiety and depression, many teens are struggling in ways previous generations never had to.

If you’re a parent wondering whether your teen might benefit from therapy—or if you’re a teen yourself feeling overwhelmed—you’re not alone. Here’s why therapy is more essential for today’s adolescents than ever before.