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Youth Mental Health Crisis: New Investments and Better Care

This resolution acknowledges the mental health crisis among young people in the U.S. and calls for increased investment in student mental healthcare. It aims to improve access to support, train educators, and reduce stigma, potentially significantly impacting the well-being and future of young citizens.
Key points
Increased support for students in schools, including better training for educators to recognize mental health issues.
More resources for on-campus mental health services, focusing on recovery over penalties.
Actions to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and increase public awareness.
Improved access to care for high-risk populations, including low-income and rural students.
Specialized care for detained children, addressing their developmental needs and trauma.
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Additional Information
Declaring a mental health crisis among youth in the United States, and expressing the pressing need for historic investments in mental health care for students.
Print number: HRES 434
Sponsor: Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]
Process start date: 2023-05-22