Anxiety and Depression in Adolescents: Interface between School, Family, and Public Health

Abstract

This study analyzed anxiety and depression in adolescents, seeking to understand the interfaces between school, family, and public health in the development, prevention, and mental health care process. The research was characterized as qualitative and bibliographic. The results showed that adolescence constitutes a period of intense emotional vulnerability, in which factors such as family conflicts, bullying, social pressure, school difficulties, and fragile affective bonds significantly contribute to psychological distress. It was observed that many adolescents present symptoms of anxiety and depression silently, which makes early identification and proper support difficult. The study found that the absence of dialogue, emotional support, and integration between school, family, and health services contributes to the worsening of emotional conditions, intensifying feelings of isolation, insecurity, and hopelessness. The research also highlights the importance of continuous prevention of psychological suffering and suicidal behavior, emphasizing that mental health should be discussed beyond specific awareness campaigns. Addressing anxiety and depression in adolescence requires integrated, humanized, and preventive actions capable of strengthening emotional support networks and promoting better conditions for adolescents’ psychological and social development.