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More Inpatient Beds Needed to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis - News Center

The number of psychiatric beds for youth has not increased despite worsening mental health trends, especially among high school students.
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US surgeon general issues advisory on parents' mental health

Surgeon General urges a shift in prioritizing parental mental health and support in light of current challenges facing families.

She wants therapy. Her mom isn't so sure.

Schools are facing challenges in getting parents on board with student mental health treatment.
Some states are looking to streamline access to mental health treatment, while others are proposing further restrictions.

Big Tech execs need to be pushed - but we all have to be accountable for kids and social media

CEOs of major platforms were questioned by senators about the impact their platforms have on children's mental health
There has been a significant increase in depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide among young people as social media becomes more prevalent

Teen writes mental health guide for students facing exam stress

Sophie Lunzer, a 16-year-old student, created a mental health guide for her school to address the rising mental health crisis among schoolchildren, emphasizing the importance of reducing stigma and providing practical coping strategies.

US surgeon general issues advisory on parents' mental health

Surgeon General urges a shift in prioritizing parental mental health and support in light of current challenges facing families.

She wants therapy. Her mom isn't so sure.

Schools are facing challenges in getting parents on board with student mental health treatment.
Some states are looking to streamline access to mental health treatment, while others are proposing further restrictions.

Big Tech execs need to be pushed - but we all have to be accountable for kids and social media

CEOs of major platforms were questioned by senators about the impact their platforms have on children's mental health
There has been a significant increase in depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide among young people as social media becomes more prevalent

Teen writes mental health guide for students facing exam stress

Sophie Lunzer, a 16-year-old student, created a mental health guide for her school to address the rising mental health crisis among schoolchildren, emphasizing the importance of reducing stigma and providing practical coping strategies.
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Conservatives seize counselor shortage to press school chaplains

Chaplains in public schools aim to address counselor shortage with controversial legislation
Critics raise concerns about putting religious figures in schools for mental health support
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The Point: Why NYC sued social media companies & a lawmaker/stand-up comic is running for governor of New Jersey

New York City suing social media companies for youth mental health crisis
New Jersey State Sen. Jon Bramnick running for governor in 2025

Why the U.S. Surgeon General Wants a Warning Label for Social Media

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls for warning label on social media platforms to combat youth mental health crisis.

The Point: Why NYC sued social media companies & a lawmaker/stand-up comic is running for governor of New Jersey

New York City suing social media companies for youth mental health crisis
New Jersey State Sen. Jon Bramnick running for governor in 2025

Why the U.S. Surgeon General Wants a Warning Label for Social Media

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls for warning label on social media platforms to combat youth mental health crisis.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams sues Facebook, Instagram, others for fueling youth mental health crisis

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has filed a lawsuit against social media companies including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and TikTok for allegedly fueling a youth mental health crisis.
The lawsuit alleges that the companies purposely designed their platforms to manipulate and addict children and teens to social media applications.
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Why your kid's public school may be replacing counseling with online therapy

Schools are offering telehealth therapy services to address the mental health struggles of American youth.
At least 16 of the 20 largest U.S. public school districts are offering online therapy sessions, with contracts worth over $70 million.

How Racism Affects the Mental Health of Black Youth

Anti-Black racism is a major contributing factor to the youth mental health crisis.
The current mental health system is not equipped to address the impact of racism on Black youth.
Interpersonal experiences of anti-Black racism play a large role in the mental health of Black youth.

Why your kid's public school may be replacing counseling with online therapy

Schools are offering telehealth therapy services to address the mental health struggles of American youth.
At least 16 of the 20 largest U.S. public school districts are offering online therapy sessions, with contracts worth over $70 million.

How Racism Affects the Mental Health of Black Youth

Anti-Black racism is a major contributing factor to the youth mental health crisis.
The current mental health system is not equipped to address the impact of racism on Black youth.
Interpersonal experiences of anti-Black racism play a large role in the mental health of Black youth.
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