Understanding the Youth Mental Health Crisis: Livestream Panel Discussion
DID YOU KNOW…
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, 37% of high school students reported they experienced poor mental health.
- LGBTQ+ youth are 4x more likely to attempt suicide than their peers.
- In the U.S., there is an average lag of 8-10 years between the onset of a mental health condition and the start of treatment.
- 1 in 5 American youth live with a mental health condition.
In October, the Villa hosted a panel discussion on the current Youth Mental Health Crisis. Community experts joined us to share insights on the current landscape of mental health in our community, unprecedented stressors faced by our youth, and the surging need for access to skilled services.
Watch the full video on our YouTube channel.
Our Panelists:
John Richardson-Lauve, ChildSavers
Anne Moss Rogers, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Advocate and Speaker
Renee Totten, St. Joseph’s Villa
Moderated by Linda Saltonstall, Director of Clinical Services