Being a teenager can be particularly hard right now, but hope lingers on

Many teenagers today are struggling under the weight of ongoing global and personal challenges, facing rising anxiety, depression, and emotional fatigue. Despite often being overlooked, their voices reveal a deep awareness of the world’s complexities and a yearning to be seen, heard, and supported. Yet amid the chaos, many are also finding resilience, rediscovering meaning, and holding on to hope through community, faith, and creative expression.

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This article was published in Faith & Leadership on June 10, 2025, and was written by Khristi Lauren Adams