Positive Childhood Experiences Linked To Reduced Risk Of Anxiety, Depression In Teens: Study

Adults who experienced four or more adverse childhood experiences are four times more likely to experience depression and low life satisfaction. (Credit: image by senivpetro on Freepik)

Positive experiences are associated with improved mental health among teenagers, leading to a decreased risk of depression and anxiety, a new study has revealed. Conversely, adverse experiences could heighten the risk of depression, anxiety, and other significant health concerns.

The study headed by Hasina Samji from Simon Fraser University, Canada, made the conclusions after surveying more than 8,800 students from January to March 2022 during the fifth wave of the pandemic, a time that included the highest number of daily COVID-19 case counts.