Is It Time for Universal Mental Health Screening for Youth?

Illinois Government Intervenes In Mental Health of Students

Source: Sean Pavone / Getty Kendall and Casey: Why is this the school’s job? That is your job as a parent.” Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed SB1560, a bill that requires Illinois schools to provide at least one annual mental health screening for students grades three through twelve. “At a time when our children are struggling with anxiety and depression more than ever before, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our young people have all…

Is It Time for Universal Mental Health Screening for Youth?

Universal screening could catch problems early, connect kids to help, and prevent crises before they start.

“Universities Wake Up and Break the Law”

Today, we’re looking at public safety in the nation’s capital, therapy’s identity politics problem, the legacy of William F. Buckley, how private equity helps the housing market, and a misguided school mental-health program in Illinois.

Illinois parents wary of school mental health screening law, potential for 'overreach'

New Illinois mental health screening mandate for students raises questions about privacy protection and parental rights as details remain unclear.

Illinois doubles down on schools as mental-health clinics

Illinois already spends a fortune on mental health services for students, and plans to spend more. It won't help.