Eagles Nest revealed that 61% of youth feel that adults don't truly know how much they are struggling with their mental

By Gazette Staff

December 24^th, 2025

BURLINGTON, ON

A recent mental health survey done by Eagles Nest revealed that 61% of youth feel that adults don’t truly know how much they are struggling with their mental health.

A 19-year-old told us, Some of us do not feel like we “deserve” support.

Amanda Devries, Executive Director

Amanda Devries said this week that: “As the leader of a mental health organization I see a lot of statistics, but that one is particularly tough. No young person should ever feel alone when they are struggling with their mental health.

“Others feel that seeking help means they have failed in some way or that to do so would be a sign of weakness.”

The research will be used to develop support programs to help young people cope with the changes in their lives.