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- Adolescent health - World Health Organization (WHO)
Adolescence is the phase of life between childhood and adulthood, from ages 10 to 19 It is a unique stage of human development and an important time for laying the foundations of good health Adolescents experience rapid physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth This affects how they feel, think, make decisions, and interact with the world around them Despite being thought of as a healthy
- Adolescent and young adult health
WHO fact sheet on adolescents health risks and solutions: includes key facts and provides a definition, information on specific health issues, WHO response
- Mental health of adolescents
Adolescence (10-19 years) is a unique and formative time Multiple physical, emotional and social changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable to mental health problems Promoting psychological well-being and protecting adolescents from adverse experiences and risk factors that may impact their potential to thrive are critical for their well-being
- Teens, screens and mental health
Copenhagen, 25 September 2024New data from the WHO Regional Office for Europe reveals a sharp rise in problematic social media use among adolescents, with rates increasing from 7% in 2018 to 11% in 2022 This, coupled with findings that 12% of adolescents are at risk of problematic gaming, raises urgent concerns about the impact of digital technology on the mental health and well-being of
- Six actions to improve adolescent health
Understanding and addressing the specific health risks and needs adolescents face today is key to improving their future health, as well as for broader social and economic stability
- New WHO guidelines on promoting mental health among adolescents
28 September 2020 - New guidelines from WHO recommend a set of psychosocial interventions to promote mental health and prevent mental health conditions among adolescents, aged 10-19 years The recommendations are based on the results of intervention studies – both universal, delivered to all adolescents; and for selected individuals perceived to be at risk of mental health conditions They
- Growth reference 5-19 years - Height-for-age (5-19 years)
Home Tools and toolkits Growth reference data for 5-19 years Indicators Height-for-age (5-19 years)
- Adolescents and reproductive health
In the European Region, there are 112 million adolescents (aged 10–19), accounting for 12 0% of the population There are ways to reach and engage adolescents and give them accurate and individual information and advice on sexual and reproductive health, while developing their skills to deal with issues satisfactorily and responsibly Some countries now have youth-friendly primary care drop
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