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Travis County launches children’s mental health plan amid growing concerns over teen crime

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Travis County launches children's mental health plan amid growing concerns over teen crime

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Mental health is becoming part of a broader conversation in Austin as three teens are charged in connection with a spate of shootings and robberies over the weekend. One suspect’s mother told KXAN that her 15-year-old son was struggling with substance abuse and suicidal thoughts. He said this not as an excuse, … Read more

“A place to turn to in times of crisis.” Dayton Children’s New Mathire Center Group Tour

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"A place to turn to in times of crisis." Dayton Children's New Mathire Center Group Tour

Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) (left) speaks with Charlie Pope, 19, of Greenville, a former Dayton Children’s patient. On Friday, May 15, as Husted toured Dayton Children’s Center’s new Mental Health and Wellness Center, Pope spoke about how Dayton Children’s Center helped her during a mental health crisis she experienced several years ago. Sam Wildow / … Read more