Despite their advantages in other areas, affluent youth have among "the highest rates of depression, substance abuse, anxiety disorders, somatic complaints, and unhappiness" Madeline Levine writes that this "should in no way minimize concern" for other at risk groups.
Youth from affluent backgrounds exhibit elevated levels of depression, substance abuse, anxiety disorders, somatic complaints, and unhappiness. Madeline Levine cautions against overlooking the plight of other vulnerable groups.