Central Florida Behavioral Health Program Aims to Protect Teens
A program by Nemours Children's Health provides mental health resources to children and teens at primary care doctors' offices.
Health workers hope this program will help address teen suicides in Central Florida, amid rising concerns over mental health.
A 2023 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report shows 20% of high school students who frequently use social media experienced feelings of hopelessness and seriously considered self-harm.
Monica Barreto, Clinical Director of Behavioral Health with Nemours Primary Care-Florida, says her team focuses on getting teens help early to protect their mental health.
The program aims to catch signs of trouble sooner and provide necessary support to children and teens in Central Florida.
Author's summary: Program helps teens access mental health resources.
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