The New York Times (6/5, A1, Barry) reports, “School-based services, which studies suggest can significantly decrease suicidal behavior and substance abuse, have emerged as a first-line policy response” to address the mental health crisis among US children and adolescents. Over the past 12 months, “legislators in more than 30 states have considered an expansion of school-based services, according to Inseparable, a mental health policy group, and eight states, including Connecticut, have passed legislation to do so.” Nevertheless, “before the services reach students, though, they must be embraced by American communities.” The Times detailed the “fierce opposition” expanded school mental health services faced in Killingly, CT.
Related Links:
— “A Mental Health Clinic in School? No, Thanks, Says the School Board “Ellen Barry, The New York Times, June 5, 2022