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Why does Milwaukee need Mental Health support for Youth?
-1 in 4 Milwaukee city / county adults have a mental health condition.
-Mental health was identified as the #1 health issue in Milwaukee County
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Is there a disparity? Yes – People of color in Milwaukee County have the highest percentage of diagnosis of mental health conditions with 45% Hispanic or Latino, 33% of Black and 29% of other
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How do social conditions, access to resources, and risk/protective factors impact this issue?
-Mental health stigmas, disparities, lack of awareness and providers are driving forces in creating barriers to all Milwaukee residents to reach their full health potential.
-COVID-19 has led to chronic anxiety and stress among parents and families.
-Social isolation impacts older adults and community members with different disabilities.
- Barriers to accessing mental health services include cost, long waiting lists, system navigation, and knowledge about available services.
- Black and Indigenous adults have the highest rates of ER visits due to adult mental health issues.


Signs to watch for in Students who are experiencing a Mental Health Crisis:
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Changes in Behavior or Social Withdrawal: Student isolates themselves from friends and activities they used to enjoy or is exhibiting extreme mood swings
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Persistent Sadness or Irritability: Student consistently appears sad, irritable or shows signs of hopelessness
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Changes in Academic Performance: Student’s academic performance declines
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Difficulty Concentrating: Student has trouble focusing, staying attentive or completing tasks
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Changes in Sleep Patterns: Student experiences significant changes in sleep patterns, such as insomnia or excessive sleeping
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Eating Changes: Student experiences a noticeable shift in eating habits, such as sudden weight loss or gain, skipping meals or binge eating
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Excessive Perfectionism or Self-Criticism: Student becomes overly self-critical, sets unrealistic standards or exhibits perfectionist tendencies
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Expressions of Hopelessness or Suicidal Thoughts: Student mentions feelings of hopelessness, thoughts of suicide or self-harm
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Excessive Risk-Taking Behaviors: Student engages in reckless behaviors, substance abuse or risky activities
Youth Mental Health Guide 2025 edition:

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