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New Release: Major Depressive Episodes (MDE) Among Youth, 2022

This data snapshot presents data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health to provide insight on depression among youth ages 12-17. The graphics show that 1 in 5 youth between the ages of 12 and 17 had a major depressive episode (MDE) in 2022. Of those who had an MDE, nearly half received treatment for depression.  

What's New: Youth and the Juvenile Justice System: 2022 National Report

This report on youth victimization, offenses committed by youth, and the juvenile justice system was developed by the National Center for Juvenile Justice for OJJDP and the National Institute of Justice. The report offers juvenile justice practitioners and policymakers reliable information on youth and their involvement with the juvenile justice system through the 2019 data year.

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