All human beings - strengths and weaknesses. Part of the program is to provide mental health services previously not provided for those already in the system. Mental health professional. Children and family services gets referral intake worker can make initial diagnosis. We cannot reach ALL children.
Public defender sees drug use, runaways, etc.
Mental health definition could close the door for some juvenile offenders. There are cultural assumptions that do not apply. Assets list will hopefully bring in children with needs other than being diagnosed as mentally ill, etc. Labels can also hold risks. Diagnosis can help to know how to treat.