State by state, here's how well schools are doing at supporting kids' mental health
Two years of disrupted schooling and limited social contact have been tough on kids. A new report calls out states that do a good job supporting kids' mental health at school — and those that don't.
There's a growing consensus that the pandemic has taken a big emotional toll on young people. Among other troubling signs, children's hospitals across the country have seen more kids showing up in their emergency rooms for mental health reasons, seeking care for everything from severe anxiety and eating disorders to suicide attempts.
The vast majority of Americans – 87% – are concerned about the wellbeing of the next generation, according to a new poll.
In response to the crisis, a group of 17 national mental health organizations are calling for a new investment in school-based mental health support forthis week rating states based on how well they are addressing the crisis through programs and services in schools.
