Almost five years ago, Children’s Hospital Colorado declared a “state of emergency” in youth mental health. Hospital leaders at the time said the crisis was obvious, considering how most of its emergency department visits were for mental health crises or suicide attempts. According to Colorado Hospital Mental Health Chief Ron-Li Liaw, the public health emergency … Read more
Grand Junction, Colo. (KJCT) – Leaders from a statewide coalition focused on child and youth mental health stopped in Grand Junction this week, bringing the conversation to the West Slope. Mind Our Future Colorado is working to make youth mental health a top priority in the 2026 gubernatorial race. The coalition brings together more than … Read more
Grand Junction, Colo. (KKCO) – Leaders from a statewide coalition focused on child and youth mental health made a stop in Grand Junction this week, bringing the conversation to the West Slope. Mind Our Future Colorado is working to make youth mental health a top priority in the 2026 gubernatorial race. The coalition brings together … Read more
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View from the top of Bodenburg Butte near Palmer. (Emily Mesner/ADN) Too many young Alaskans are suffering in silence. Suicide remains the leading cause of death for Alaskans aged 15 to 24. Teen suicide is often described as shocking and unpredictable. Many teenagers do not know how to reach out for help or access care. … Read more
A fast-rising, family-centered fitness concept inspired by the American hit television series Ninja Warrior is expanding to Brooklyn Park, where city officials have approved a major new training facility that reflects both surging demand and a broad shift in how young people engage in sports and movement. The Brooklyn Park City Council has granted a … Read more
Sports betting boom sparks public health problems for young people Which has also been posted as March MaDNESS started last week, we talked to mental health experts about the problem of gambling, especially for young men. NOW, ABC NEWS Investigative Unit looks at how the evolution of ONLINE gambling and sports betting has triggered a … Read more