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A Holistic Approach to Supporting Young People in Minnesota
A look at what Minnesota Student Survey findings tell us about student well-being.3 things to know about renewals for Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare
For the past three years, Medicaid (known as Medical Assistance in Minnesota) and MinnesotaCare have waived the annual renewal process, in which members must submit proof of eligibility for their… Read more »
Living Roots: How ThayGeMoo is supporting the mental health of Karen students in Saint Paul Public Schools
During summer break, more than 25 families came together at Wilder Center to celebrate ThayGeMoo, a new culturally centered school-based mental health service for students from the Karen ethnic… Read more »
3 ways the Therapeutic Teaching Model helps kids with severe emotional and behavioral disorders heal
Four years ago, Dr. Benita Amedee and I helped develop an intensive mental health program called the Therapeutic Teaching Model for young children who were referred to federal setting IV special… Read more »
Elevating Youth Voice through the Minnesota Student Survey
The Minnesota Student Survey provides an opportunity for young people to tell us what they are experiencing and feeling—at home, in school and in the community.
Angels and Ghosts in the Nursery: Trauma-Informed Child-Parent Therapy
Sarah sits across from me in my office, staring down at her hands. Her eyes fill with tears and she shakes her head.
I think my child might be suicidal. What should I do as a parent or guardian?
It can be scary to hear your child talk about suicide. You’re not alone – suicidal thoughts are common among children and adolescents in the United States. It’s important to take this seriously, even… Read more »