Self-reported mood and anxiety disorders rose among Canadian men aged 15–24
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Federal data cited by CBC show increases in self-reported mood and anxiety disorders among Canadian men aged fifteen to twenty-four. In the comparison of 2012 and 2022, fewer also rated their mental health at the highest levels.
Comparing self-reported measures in 2012 and 2022
According to the report, the share of men aged 15 to 24 reporting mood disorders rose from 11% to 16% from 2012 to 2022. Self-reported generalized anxiety disorders rose from 4% to 10%, while those rating their mental health “very good” or “excellent” fell from 70% to 52%.
The cited federal figures compare Canadian men aged 15 to 24 in 2012 and 2022; the report does not establish conditions outside that group or period.
The report says the federal government is preparing its first mental-health strategy for boys and men, following a consultation launched earlier this year.
The reported changes concern a defined national age group and coincide with plans for a first federal strategy focused specifically on boys’ and men’s mental health.
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