Mental Health Curriculum In Schools For Children

The video discusses the mental health crisis affecting schools, highlighting the need for resources and diverse mental health professionals. It covers the impact of social changes on youth mental health and introduces solutions like mental health curriculum and loan forgiveness. The video also emphasizes the importance of suicide prevention efforts.

What is the primary goal of the $140 million funding mentioned in the video?

• To improve sports facilities

• To provide free meals for students

• To hire additional mental health professionals

• To build new schools

Which of the following challenges is NOT mentioned as affecting young people's mental health today?

• Climate change

• Pandemic

• Social media

• Cyberbullying

According to the CDC, what percentage of high school students reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness during the past year?

• 37%

• 50%

• 30%

• 44%

What is one of the long-term goals mentioned to encourage more diverse students to pursue mental health education?

• Offering free textbooks

• Reducing tuition fees for all courses

• Providing public service loan forgiveness

• Building more universities

What was the increase in calls to the 988 Suicide Prevention Hotline in its first seven days?

• 50%

• 45%

• 30%

• 40%