Solving the Problem: A student-led initiative to combat mental health problems in schools

Solving the Problem: A student-led initiative to combat mental health problems in schools

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend-La Pine School’s Healthy Schools Program has resulted in a 21% decrease in health-related emergency department visits since its inception. The initiative, which targets student mental health and suicide prevention, has saved between $812,000 and $1.5 million in related health care costs. Partnership Formed to Address Adolescent Health The program was … Read more