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Program Aims to Eliminate Stigma Around Mental Health Before It Starts
October 25, 2016 | Emily Taylor
Researchers evaluated the “Mental Health Matters” program in Santa Barbara, Calif., which offers 6th graders a curriculum designed to increase understanding of mental illness, reduce the associated stigma and teach them wellness practices. The study results (published in October issue of Journal of School Health), indicate the program had positive impact, including lowered stigma.
The National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day 2016 Report
October 13, 2016 | Emily Taylor
SAMHSA has published the final report for the 2016 National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. The report profiles some of the communities and organizations working to bring services and supports to children, youth, and young adults with behavioral health challenges, and features details on many of the Awareness Day events held around the country.
Access the 2016 National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day report»
Counsel or Criminalize? Why Students of Color Need Supports, Not Suspensions
October 12, 2016 | Emily Taylor
This report from the Center for American Progress outlines issues facing students of color, including greater likelihood of traumatic experiences and poverty, lack of school-based services and “higher incidence of suspension, expulsion, and even contact with law enforcement.” The report also provides policy recommendations to address these issues.
Read the report on the need for improved mental health supports in schools»
New KSOC-TV: Altering the Course: First Episode Psychosis Intervention
October 6, 2016 | Emily Taylor
The most recent webisode of the Knowledge Network for Systems of Care TV (KSOC-TV) webcast focuses on first episode psychosis intervention. Hosted by Gary Blau and featuring expert guests, it provides valuable information and resources for providers, youth and families. Watch the episode on First Episode Psychosis Intervention»
TA Network Monthly Minute: SOC for Children with Co-Occuring Developmental and Behavioral Health Disorders
September 30, 2016 | Emily Taylor
TA Network’s latest Monthly Minute video offers an overview of co-occurring developmental and behavioral health disorders and how systems of care can help. It includes relates resources and links to access additional information.
School Nurses Can Be Mental Health ‘Detectives’ But They Need Help
September 29, 2016 | Emily Taylor
This NPR story, another from their recent series on mental health in the schools, looks at the special role school nurses can play in helping to identify potential mental health issues.
6 Myths About Suicide That Every Educator And Parent Should Know
September 28, 2016 | Emily Taylor
In this story from NPR’s recent series on mental health in the schools, David Jobes, of Catholic University’s Suicide Prevention Lab, debunks six myths about suicide with valuable information for parents and those who work with children.
Mental Health In Schools: A Hidden Crisis Affecting Millions Of Students
September 27, 2016 | Emily Taylor
The first in NPR’s recent series on children’s mental health in schools, this story outlines all of the people in children’s lives who could help to identify a potential mental health need, and the challenges faced by the adults in each of the roles. Read Part One in the NPR Ed series on mental health in schools»
Viewpoint: How Can We Address The Psychiatrist Shortage?
September 22, 2016 | Emily Taylor
In this viewpoint piece, Gil Noam argues for the need to reach children through the school system for effective early detection and intervention of mental health concerns. He advocates the implementation of a “targeted prevention and intervention approach” similar to that used for physical and dental health.
Read the viewpoint piece on meeting the mental health needs of children and youth»
Policing the Teenage Brain
September 12, 2016 | Emily Taylor
In this Atlantic interview, Lisa Thurau, founder and executive director of Strategies for Youth discusses the positive impact of their training program for police on youth mental health. In Cambridge, the program led to a 65 percent decline in juvenile arrests and an 80 percent decline in runaways.
Read the article about the benefits of training police on youth mental health issues»