40% of Irish teens report symptoms of depression or anxiety

Some 40% of teenagers self-reported systems of anxiety or depression, according to the study. Picture: Pexels

A new in-depth study found Irish teenagers are not getting the exercise they need daily, and 40% of teenagers self-report symptoms of depression and anxiety. 

Just 8% of teens get the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise daily, the study found.