The video platform has presented a new space dedicated to teenagers with mental health and wellness resources, designed to facilitate access to verified information and psychological care applications in an environment that young people around the world already know and use every day.
This proposal incorporates a library of reviewed videos by specialists with age-appropriate content on topics such as depression, anxiety, ADHD and eating disorders, prioritizing clear, accessible and evidence-based materials, and is complemented by emotional health apps.
What the new teen space includes
Within YouTube, users will find themed shelves with playlists grouped by common teenage issues, self-care recommendations and guidance to seek professional help when necessary.
For a video to be part of this selection it must meet clear criteria: be specifically designed for adolescents, supported by clinical results and guidelines, and presented in attractive formats to promote attention and understanding.
The content is developed in collaboration with healthcare institutions and specialized organizations. Among the partners mentioned are entities such as the Child Mind Institute and associations dedicated to eating disorders, along with hospitals and health ministries from different countries.
Specific support is also coming from the clinical field. Voices such as that of the ABC Medical Center (Mexico City) have praised the initiative for its ability to bring reliable and scientifically based information to young people, encouraging them to seek qualified help when they need it.
Initial deployment by country
The launch will take place progressively in the coming weeks in Mexico, Germany, Canada, United States, France and United Kingdom, with a commitment to adapting materials to each cultural and linguistic context to enhance relevance and understanding.
- Local content and translations validated by experts.
- Featured thematic lists visible to teen user accounts.
- Priority access to recognized sources in the healthcare field.
This action is part of the global program YouTube Impacts, which promotes the responsible and healthy use of technology through education, safety, and digital well-being initiatives.
Collaboration with experts and quality standards
The platform has reinforced its work with medical organizations and NGOs specialized in youth mental health to co-create content and validate scripts, ensuring accurate and action-oriented messages.
- Clinical review and references to current practice guidelines.
- Age-appropriate language and a non-stigmatizing approach.
- Clear instructions on when and how to seek professional help.
In addition, existing resources will be integrated into YouTube's health information panels, giving more visibility to reliable sources already quality signals in search results and recommendations.
Safety and measures for young users
In parallel, YouTube maintains and expands its protection policies, limiting the visibility of potentially harmful content and discouraging pieces that promote risky health-related practices, in line with initiatives such as the psychological help button on other platforms.
The team works with its Advisory Committee on Youth and Families to improve recommendations, and strengthens parental control tools that help families monitor usage and set time and content limits.
Why it is relevant
Many teenagers already search the internet for explanations about emotions, stress, or eating habits, but the quality of what they find is uneven. With this space, YouTube aims to reduce exposure to misinformation and facilitate access routes to practical and secure knowledge, as well as complementing with tools such as the MoodCapture app to detect depression.
Beyond the premiere, the company anticipates a gradual expansion into new markets and the continuity of alliances with professionals to keep resources up-to-date, in line with evidence and the real needs of young people.
The combination of thematic shelves, quality criteria and collaboration with experts puts YouTube in a position to offer responsible guidance to adolescents, without replacing clinical care, but providing them with clear signals, reliable content, and ways to ask for help when needed.