How does your local library support #youthmentalhealth? Get inspired by what's happening across #Wisconsin! Review our newly released fact sheet on Library Support of Youth Mental Health → children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese… #library #mentalhealth #data

It's Social Isolation and Loneliness Awareness Week. Share this post to educate your network! #DidYouKnow #loneliness #Awareness

During Social Isolation and Loneliness Week, remember that sometimes it can feel awkward to start a conversation, but don't give up! As one youth leader says, "kids appreciate when you try." #socialisolation #loneliness #connection #youthmentalhealth

📢🏫New playbook on Universal Screening just released! Review and share the 12 manageable steps to begin school-based screening to normalize the process, reduce stigma, and identify kids who are quietly struggling. children.wi.gov/Documents/Scho… Thanks to @Adolescent_Hlth for photo!

Just reached over 200 registrations for our event this Friday! Don't miss out on the two youth speakers & data presentation in Madison or on Zoom. RSVP → survey.alchemer.com/s3/7631402/OCM…

Wisconsin data has shown increases in youth self-harming in the month of January. Parents, remember that kids trust your insight on mental wellness, they want to talk. Read WIDeptHealthServices full guidance: dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/… Explore JED resources: jedfoundation.org/help-my-teen-y…

#DYK 90% of brain development occurs before a child enters kindergarten! Infants who receive responsive, nurturing care are more likely to develop positive mental health and have stronger cognitive abilities. Learn more in our new Fact Sheet: children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…

We're loving this new song from Sesame Workshop! To take care of our brain we also have to take care of our body! 💚🎼 #SesameSongs #BrainHealth #elmo youtu.be/XXTEO5Aven4?si…

Happy Birthday Speak Up Speak Out! Congratulations on responding to more than 10,000 threat tips from students and parents! #WiscOSS #SUSOWI Attorney General Josh Kaul

School shootings in the US are now at their highest recorded levels. We can help by ramping up anti-bullying programs, promoting a culture of help-seeking, and building awareness of warning signs. Review more data and recommendations in our fact sheet: children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…

Our hearts go out to the students, staff, and families in Mount Horeb. School shootings have a traumatic effect on the entire community. Through this difficult time, please consider how your community can help to prevent school-based violence: children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…

"When their mental health is good, they seem to cruise through life with minimal issues from their other diagnoses. However, when their mental health is poor, everything is so much harder to deal with in everyday situations.” Learn more about the intersection of mental health and

Are you struggling with your mental health? Try micro-interventions, small steps and coping skills, that you can do in 5 minutes or less. Learn more at nowmattersnow.org/get-involved #NowMattersNow #SuicidePreventionMonth #MentalHealthTips

School nurses do more than just provide bandages and ice packs🩹 They are critical team members who now, more than ever, are managing student mental health 🧠 Learn more in our just released #factsheet on #schoolnurses and #mentalhealth children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…

Wisconsin data shows teens self-harm more in January, when students return back to school. Be mindful of the warning signs that a young person is intentionally hurting themselves, and regularly talk about safe coping skills to deal with challenging moments. Read more here:

.Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health -OCMH is urging action to improve college students’ mental health. wisconsinhealthnews.com/2025/02/20/mor…

Emotional stress is the top reason for dropping out of college. A focus on school belonging, positive coping skills, and mental health screenings can help. Review our new fact sheet for recommendations and data to enhance college students' mental health: children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…

Childhood trauma significantly predicts higher levels of loneliness, and that is linked to more severe eating disorders. Research shows addressing loneliness and building social connectedness is a path to recovery. #edawareness #edaw #loneliness #connection

80% of American teens are not getting sufficient sleep. And the research is clear: kids who do get enough sleep have lower rates of depression and higher emotional resilience. Get this data in your inbox via our monthly Research newsletter: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WIDHS…

Young men are struggling. But there are steps we can take to help boys and young men. See our new fact sheet to learn how parents, schools, communities, and policymakers can support Boys' Mental Health. children.wi.gov/Documents/Rese…