85. How can we support students’ emotional and mental wellness?

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, public schools have seen a rise in student mental health concerns. Since early 2020, 70% of public schools report an increase in student requests for mental health services, while 76% saw a rise in staff concerns about their students’ mental health. What are students struggling with today and why? What is emotional wellness and how can we encourage students to find it? What role should schools have in supporting students’ mental health? And what new resources should they provide to help all students in need? In this episode, Kevin discusses youth emotional and mental wellness with public speaker and author on mental health, Mike Veny.