Adolescent Mental Health Crisis: A Call for Action in Connecticut

By Therapy CT News · 2026-08-01

Rising rates of anxiety and depression among teens in Connecticut highlight an urgent need for effective therapy options as schools and families seek solutions.

HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT — The mental health of adolescents in Connecticut is in a precarious state as families and health professionals struggle to manage an increase in cases of anxiety and depression among teenagers. State health departments have reported a significant spike in mental health concerns among teens, partly attributed to the psychological aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic [1]. There is an urgent need for efficient and accessible therapy options that can address these rising issues effectively.