Youth Mental Health Care Crisis Deepens
#YouthMentalHealth #HealthcareAccessA Harvard study reveals nearly 25% of U.S. parents report unmet mental health needs for their children. Access barriers are pronounced for homeschooled, single-parent, and low-income households, highlighting a critical national care gap. read more
High school girls in US show mental health improvements
#YouthMentalHealth #CDCStudyHigh school girls are showing a decrease in feelings of sadness and hopelessness after a CDC report reveals improvements in mental health. Despite challenges, progress is seen in suicide ideation and attempts, with girls showing positive changes post-pandemic. read more
#GunSuicides #YouthMentalHealth
The surge in US gun suicides among youth of color correlates with increased gun ownership and racial trauma. Strategies include reducing access to firearms and addressing mental health stigma within communities. read more