Mental health challenges among U.S. college students peaked early in the pandemic. More students are reaching out for help, but many are unable to get proper treatment – so they are left to cope and find support on their own.
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Chicagoans in under-resourced neighborhoods say barriers to accessing mental health services affect youths, adults — and whole communities.
Young Black Americans are at a higher risk than non-Black peers to experience anxiety and depression, and the rate of Black youths who have died by suicide is increasing more rapidly than any other racial or ethnic group. Adults must step in to help Chicago’s youth learn to cope, says therapist Thomas Ivey.
Chicagoans in under-resourced neighborhoods say the barriers to accessing mental health services affect youth, adults and communities alike.