It doesn’t matter what culture you come from—being a teenager isn’t easy. However, this developmental stage and the accompanying struggles can be especially true for younger girls growing up in a generation very different from previous ones.

Today, teenagers are constantly exposed to a never-ending barrage of media content that can quickly absorb much of their thinking. This exposure often leads to younger girls feeling like they need to live up to unrealistic expectations of beauty standards or societal norms that don’t align with their values.

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Depression is a serious and, unfortunately, very common occurrence for women today. This condition is so common that nearly one in ten women in the United States report that they experience major signs of depression every year.

One reason for this challenge has to do with the psychological and physical makeup of women, making them more likely to be diagnosed with mental health illnesses than men. While these statistics might be alarming to some, they are a valuable reminder about the importance of understanding and practicing self-care habits. Women's mental health must be taken seriously!

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