Many low-income children are struggling

Educators working in low-income schools reported that 53% of students struggle with mental health issues, a problem that was worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey from educational nonprofit First Book and…

Parental Cancer Tied to Poorer Health Outcomes in Children

TUESDAY, April 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Parental cancer is associated with school absenteeism, medical care unaffordability, increased health care use, and poor mental health among children, according to a…

What does the mental health crisis mean for Ohio children?

Our children are not okay. The pandemic highlighted a childhood mental health crisis that has led national organizations to call for an emergency declaration and led the U.S. Surgeon General…

The mental health crisis among children and teens: How parents can help

We are in the midst of a pediatric mental health crisis — and parents need to take action. Over the past couple of years, the pandemic has not only killed…

Why are children living in emergency rooms? Join The Seattle Times for a discussion on kids’ mental health

By Seattle Times Mental Health Project engagement editor The Mental Health Project is a Seattle Times initiative focused on covering mental and behavioral health issues. It is funded by Ballmer…

Akron documentary, panel addresses mental health among children, youth|Betty Lin-Fisher

Much has been discussed about the effects the COVID-19 pandemic has had on everyone’s mental health.  But a big worry is specifically for the mental health of children and youth, who…