March 19th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

A study of Maryland’s youth found 67,000 children in the state suffer from major depression and nearly half do not receive treatment. In schools, the ratio of psychologists to students is nearly five times higher than recommended and the ratio of social workers is almost 10 times higher. Angela Kimball with mental health group Inseparable says increased in-school services overcome barriers to access…

   

“They don’t require transportation or parents taking time off work. School mental-health services offer this opportunity to reduce barriers and get kids the support they need.”