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Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Children

While a growth mindset implies the possibility of ongoing improvement, it does not suggest that there are no limitations on what a person can achieve. Not every child has it in them to become the next Einstein, even if they work very hard. But what this view does imply is that with engagement and effort and sufficient support, all kids can continue to grow and learn and get smarter in a wide range of areas. Just how far any young person can go is unknowable.

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Understanding Chronic Absenteeism and School Avoidance

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June 20, 2023

Step 3: Data-Driven Systems for Mental Health Programs in Schools

Mental health in schools is a domain where the capture of progress monitoring data has traditionally lagged, with qualitative descriptions of student progress being more common than quantitative measures.
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June 27, 2024

Step 4 – Building Mental Health Awareness in Schools

As the youth mental health crisis rages on, educators and policymakers must take quick and definitive steps to raise awareness of mental health issues in our schools, our homes, and our communities.

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September 19, 2024

Leveraging Private Insurance to Fund School Mental Health Programs

Our post-pandemic and technology driven world has contributed to the already existing youth mental health crisis and school leaders are now tasked with finding innovative solutions to sustain and expand much needed school-based mental health services.
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September 12, 2024

Verbal Aggression in the School Environment

Throughout the United States educators are struggling to find ways to contain all types of school-based violence, verbal aggression is the most frequently reported across all grade levels.
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September 3, 2024

Calling 988: The National Suicide & Crisis Hotline

Numerous national and local information campaigns have been launched to inform the public that individuals can access free and confidential support from The National Crisis Hotline simply by dialing or texting three numbers – 988.
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August 14, 2024

Step 5: Navigating School-Based Mental Health Funding

Schools offer a unique opportunity to provide high quality clinical care right where students spend most of their time outside the home. Yet many schools face challenges in funding crucial mental health services.
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July 23, 2024

Understanding How Chronic Absenteeism and School Avoidance Affect Families

School avoidance disrupts families, creating both intrapersonal distress (and sometimes related physical symptoms) and relationship tensions between parents and children, between parents, and between siblings. Parents report feeling scared, exhausted, overwhelmed, and helpless.
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July 23, 2024

Understanding Chronic Absenteeism and School Avoidance

The academic, social, and emotional learning gaps associated with school avoidance can lead to significant long-term consequences for affected students including a greater likelihood of dropping out, and poor occupational, interpersonal, and health outcomes.
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