KevinMD November 7, 2023
We are in the midst of an alarming global mental health crisis. Its impact is felt most acutely by our youth. Nearly 20 percent of children ages 3-17 in the U.S. have a mental health issue, and suicidal behaviors among high school students increased more than 40 percent in the decade before 2019. As for 2020 and beyond, the isolation and sudden changes brought on by COVID exacerbated an already dire situation.
The National College Health Assessment, published by the American College Health Association, found that nearly three-quarters of students report moderate or severe psychological distress. This is all amidst a shortage of mental health professionals.
For me, this epidemic is more than an issue of health care or...
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