KevinMD September 29, 2023
Mental health in children and teens is worsening, and there are not enough providers to support them. This is a cause for significant concern.
As a teenager who has experienced firsthand the challenges of maintaining positive mental health amidst a demanding school environment, I strongly advocate for the inclusion of mental health days as a means to support the well-being of students nationwide. May has been observed as the Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. But it’s imperative that conversations about teenage mental health and measures to address the crisis need to be had during the entire year.
With teenagers facing growing social and academic pressures, conversations surrounding mental health have never been more critical. Education plays such...