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Suicide

Suicide is a serious and growing problem among children and adolescents. Each year, thousands of young people die by suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for 10-to-14 year-olds.... Learn More »

Social Media & Screen Time

Youth spend more waking hours with screen media than in any other activity, even school. On average, children spend four hours a day watching or using screens... Learn More »

Disaster and Trauma

Events such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, fire, flood, or violent acts are frightening to children and may lead to many abrupt changes in their lives...... Learn More »

Autism

Autism spectrum disorders affect as many as 1 in 31 American children. ASD represents a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication... Learn More »

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Statement on Gun Violence Crisis from 60 National Organizations
Our organizations write to express our deep concerns about false and harmful attempts to link mental illness and gun violence. The horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that killed 19 children and two adults on May 24th...
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Joint Statement on Federal Concerns About Psychotropic Medication Safety
The safety and efficacy of traditional antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers (such as lithium and some anticonvulsants) and stimulant medications have been established through decades of rigorous research, randomized clinical trials,
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Health Organizations Urge the Biden Administration to Declare a Federal National Emergency
AAP-AACAP-CHA Declaration of a National Emergency in Child and Adolescent Mental Health – One Year Later

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