The funding was revealed in separate announcements made by the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services.
Since 2020, rates of mental health issues have increased and remained high amongst children.
There should be no wrong door when it comes to children accessing the vital mental health services they need.
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“Our children are our future and they deserve expanded access to care.
Simply taking a mental health day, however, is not always enough.
Consistent and ongoing mental health support is needed in schools where kids spend most of their day.
It is also what is often stressing them out the most.
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