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Mental illness is an epidemic touching most Americans, whether directly or through a loved one. More than one in five adults suffers from mental illness. Even more concerning, one in every seven youth ages 6 to 17 suffers from a mental health disorder

OKEMOS, Mich. (News 10) – As the school year approaches, Michigan parents are working to get their children back into school-year routines, including consistent sleep schedules

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) – As back-to-school season approaches, local health experts say families should prioritize getting students back on a healthy sleep schedule

If your kids are heading back to school this month, now is a good time to start getting their sleep schedule back on track

It’s back-to-school season – backpacks, supplies, new clothes – it’s all part of the excitement of going back to school after summer break.  According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), it’s important to recognize that preparing for the new school year isn’t just about having the right supplies; it’s also about…

(WBAY) – With the school year about a month away for many students, UW Health Kids says now is a good time to start shifting children back to a school-appropriate sleep schedule — and that mid-August is a realistic goal for families who need more time to adjust

Summer is soon coming to an end, which means nights out with friends or staying up binge-watching the latest shows will soon have to be over for South Florida students

U.S. Representatives Mary Gay Scanlon and Pat Harrigan introduced the bipartisan legislation

On most days, eight-year-old Shawn Letford is balancing the same things many children his age juggle: homework, family life, and hobbies like playing Rubik’s Cube. But Shawn also spends time speaking to audiences about healthy brain development, neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and creativity—topics most adults rarely discuss, let alone explain to children

The U.S. Surgeon General’s office issued a warning yesterday about the harms of extended uses of screens on children, raising concerns about its impact on academic performance, physical health and mental well-being