Studies are also exploring ways to prevent and treat mental, emotional, and behavior problems, including the range of services that may be required. The team strives to meet the unique needs of each young person and his or her family in or near their home. These services should also address and respect the culture and ethnicity of the people they serve. There is now more reason than ever for youngsters with these problems and their families to lead normal, happy lives. Every child's mental health is important.
Many children have mental health problems.
These problems are real and painful and can be severe. Mental health problems can be recognized and treated. Caring families and communities working together can help. Prevalence of serious emotional disturbance in children and adolescents. Mental Health, United States, 1996.