Mental Health
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the psychological and emotional well-being of staff and students
Data: Does Your State Have Enough School Psychologists and Counselors?
Education Week examined ratios of school psychologists and counselors to students across the country.
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Teaching Profession
New Findings on Teacher Morale Highlight Ways to Make It Better
A new College Board survey on teacher morale echoes some previous findings. But it also highlights opportunities for schools to improve it.
Student Well-Being
How to Get Kids Off Social Media: 2 Tips From the Surgeon General
69传媒 can help kids use social media less, but federal action is needed to rein in social media companies, the nation's top doctor says.
Student Well-Being
Are 69传媒 Responsible for 69传媒 Who Avoid School? A New Lawsuit Says Yes
A class action argues that the New York City schools aren't adequately supporting students with disabilities who are school-avoidant.
Law & Courts
States Sue TikTok Over 'Addictive' Design Features. What That Means for 69传媒
The lawsuits are the newest fight targeting social media platforms' algorithms.
Equity & Diversity
Here's How Many High Schoolers Are Transgender鈥攁nd How They're Faring in 69传媒
For the first time, national data show how many high school students identify as transgender or gender-questioning.
Student Well-Being
How a New Tech Resource Aims to Help Student Well-Being
The K-12 Mental Health Tech Navigator offers a roadmap for schools to follow.
Special Education
Video
The Relationship Between Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Math Anxiety
Dyscalculia is at times referred to as 鈥渕ath dyslexia.鈥� Learn how the math learning disability is related to dyslexia and math anxiety.
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Learn how schools are using remote therapy to improve IEP compliance & scalability while delivering outcomes comparable to onsite providers.
Student Well-Being
Are Parents Giving Their Kids Too Many Mental Health Days?
69传媒 and parents need to work together to encourage kids not to take too many mental health days, experts say.
Student Well-Being
This District Is Enlisting a Powerful Ally in Preventing Youth Suicide
School nurses are often left out of school district planning on mental health resources. But they can serve as a front line of support.
Equity & Diversity
Why It's Important to Recruit More School Counselors of Color
Many students of color say they want to talk to someone who looks like them.
Education Funding
Gun Violence Takes a Toll. We Need More Support, Principals Tell Congress
At a congressional roundtable, school leaders made an emotional appeal for more funds to help schools recover from gun violence.
Student Well-Being
How a New Law to Suppress Social Media's 'Addictive Feeds' Could Help 69传媒
The law requires parental consent for social media platforms to send notifications to minors during the school day.