Shifting prevention efforts earlier to better aid youth mental health
A George Mason University researcher studying adolescent trauma survivors found that unmet support needs can lead to compounding mental health and substance use issues. Faculty across the College of Public Health are now exploring earlier interventions, including asking young people directly what they need rather than relying solely on adult assumptions. This strengths-based approach aims to treat youth as positive contributors to their own health solutions.
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Original headline: “Starting upstream: Rethinking how public health supports young people.” Browse more stories.