Edición N°14 – Artículo 15
La importancia de la salud mental durante la adolescencia
The importance of mental health during adolescence
Autora: Ana Paula Robles Urgilés (Unidad Educativa Fiscomisional “La Salle”)
Resumen
El objetivo de esta investigación es informar y concienciar a la sociedad sobre la importancia de la salud mental en adolescentes, ya que es un tema con frecuencia ignorado o muy poco entendido, por eso es necesario dar a conocer sus causas y consecuencias, así como la repercusión que causan las redes sociales en este problema, la manera en que afecta a sus relaciones familiares, intrapersonales, e incluso laborales, etc. Para el efecto se llevaron a cabo investigaciones, entrevistas y encuestas para de esta manera lograr una comprensión más amplia sobre este tema, despejar algunas dudas y poner fin a ciertos mitos de la sociedad. Los jóvenes deben entender que no están solos y que siempre pueden afrontar cualquier problema y no deben tomar decisiones que los lastiman y lastiman a quienes los rodean.
Palabras clave: adolescentes, emociones, criticas, comparación, mental.
Abstract
The objective of this research is to inform and raise awareness in society about the importance of mental health in adolescents, as it is a topic often ignored or poorly understood. Therefore, it is necessary to explain its causes and consequences, as well as the impact that social media has on this issue and how it affects family, intrapersonal, and even work relationships. To this end, research, interviews, and surveys were conducted to achieve a broader understanding of the topic, clarify some doubts, and dispel certain societal myths. Young people need to understand that they are not alone and that they can always face any problem without making decisions that hurt themselves or those around them.
Keywords: adolescents, emotions, criticism, comparison, mental health.
Edición N°13
Fecha de publicación: 11 julio del 2023.
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