Violet Love Electric Youth Headband


Violet Love Headbands can be worn wide, scrunched, or narrow with just one headband. Violet Love Headbands are made from comfortable stretch fabrics and are one size fits all…. More >>

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Youth, Education, and Sexualities : An International Encyclopedia


Featuring more than 200 entries written by an international roster of experts, this work is the most authoritative and accessible source available for educators, researchers, and students seeking an understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth. This ground-breaking work examines policy, practice, and research concerning youth who are often the victims of bullying and harassment. Entries cover a panoply of concerns, including: suicide; counse… More >>

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4 Goals for Expanding the Mental Health Care Policy for Children and Youth

Change is the air, and everyone is cautiously optimistic for healthcare reform in the new administration. In the coming years, the national mental health organizations will begin expanding behavioral healthcare agenda for children and youth, and are looking to new members to help shape and prioritize policy goals. Focusing on children and youth is an important starting point.

With several healthcare reform proposals on the table from Congress, national mental health care organizations are working on a number of fronts to advance children’s behavioral healthcare in the new Administration. A top priority is securing additional Medicaid support through increased SCHIP funding and Federal Medical Assistance Percentages. In addition, mental health organizations are working closely with federal partners to include behavioral health issues for children and youth in federal initiatives. The unique healthcare needs of children are a priority in any health reform proposal.

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