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Health
Rachael Ward

Psychological distress jumps in young people

Social media and smartphones may be to blame for rising rates of distress in young people. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)

A jump in psychological distress and loneliness among young people during the pandemic reflects a 20-year trend while inequality is lower than before 2020.

That's according to the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia report from the University of Melbourne which offers ongoing insight into the nation's health, social lives and employment market.

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