Testing a Hierarchical Structural Model of Youth Psychopathology Symptoms Over Time and Across Informants, Gender, and Pubertal Status

Key Points

• Youth psychopathology symptoms vary significantly over time, indicating the complexity of mental health issues.
• The model accounts for factors like gender and pubertal status, analyzing data from multiple informants.
• Employing a hierarchical structural model, this analysis provides insights into symptom development in youth.
• Findings highlight the need for tailored mental health approaches, particularly during puberty.