About this episode

Teens share their experiences and challenges regarding mental health in today's world.

What does it feel like to be a teenager today? In this special Voices of Compassion episode, CHC's Teen Leadership Collaborative takes the mic to share an honest, unfiltered look at the challenges young people are navigating right now. From academic pressure and social media to friendships, anxiety, and the struggle to ask for help, these student leaders offer powerful insights into what it's really like growing up in today's world. Representing youth organizations across the Bay Area, the panel discusses how achievement culture impacts mental health, why some students' struggles go unnoticed, how social media shapes self-worth and connection, and what schools, families, and communities can do to better support young people. Moderated by Natalie Tamburello , Community Engagement Manager at CHC, and introduced by CHC’s CEO Dr. Ryan Eisenberg, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from teens about what they need most from the adults in their lives. Whether you're a parent, educator, mental health professional, or caregiver, this episode provides valuable perspective, practical insights, and a reminder that listening to youth voices is one of the most powerful…

People in this episode

Host: Natalie Tamburello

Guest: Teen Leadership Collaborative

Topics covered

• teen mental health
• academic pressure
• social media
• friendships
• anxiety
• support systems

Keywords

• mental health
• teenagers
• youth voices
• support
• social media
• anxiety
• academic pressure

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CHC

Places: Bay Area

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