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Half of all mental illness begins by the age of 14

An invigilator monitors pupils during a GCSE mathematics exam at the Harris Academy South Norwood in south east London, March 2, 2012 REUTERS/Luke MacGregor

Teenagers and young adults have many changes to deal with if not recognized and managed, these feelings can lead to mental illness Image: REUTERS/Luke MacGregor

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