Surge in Children’s Mental Health Visits Reported by Research

A group of healthcare professionals discusses the rising number of children seeking mental health services in a hospital conference room.

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that between 2019 and 2021, emergency room visits for mental health issues among children aged 5 to 11 surged by 24%, while those for adolescents aged 12 to 17 increased by 31%. These alarming statistics underscore the urgent need for enhanced mental health resources … Read more