Politico April 12, 2024
The internet is often blamed for the rise in kids’ mental illnesses, but state and local governments still use it as a tool in their efforts to combat the problem.
From teletherapy to efforts to build fulfilling communities online, state and local leaders are trying to leverage the virtual world to improve the mental health of children and teens, Daniel writes.
Wider angle: Daniel reported on the tech-focused initiatives as part of a larger examination of the ways health and policy leaders are tackling the youth mental health epidemic. He found they’re trying innovative — but sometimes unproven — approaches.
That worries some care providers, who fear it could waste time and money, and might even exacerbate the problem, but...
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