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flag Family conflict and peer pressure are top causes of teen mental health issues, a major U.S. study finds.

flag Family conflict and peer pressure are the strongest predictors of teen mental health issues, a large study of over 11,000 U.S. children found. flag Researchers used machine learning to analyze 963 factors, identifying frequent family fighting, criticism, and peer victimization—especially gossip and isolation in girls, and aggression in boys—as key drivers of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems. flag Neuroimaging was among the least predictive factors. flag While models explained about 40% of outcomes, researchers stress the need for better data and tools. flag The findings underscore the importance of early, stigma-free interventions targeting family and social stressors to support adolescent well-being.

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