Jun 13, 2020 | Children-Youth, DGS Staff, Services, Teens
The mental health crisis is defined by the family, noted Malia Boone, youth crisis services program manager for Mobile Response and Stabilization Services — especially when dealing with the emotional stress placed upon them now.
May 24, 2019 | Children-Youth, DGS Staff, News, Services
State representatives make special visit to Frederick Douglass Elementary to introduce House Bill 100.
Feb 19, 2019 | Children-Youth, News, Services
When meltdowns, testing limits, throwing things, hitting, and shoving begin to make life impossible, it’s time for an intervention.
Dec 19, 2018 | Children-Youth, News, Services, Teens
The main goals are to teach coping mechanisms and reduce stress.
Sep 19, 2018 | Children-Youth, DGS Staff, News, Services, Teens
Friendships are an important part of life and a must-have for protecting our mental health. They boost happiness, reduce stress, improve self-confidence and self-worth, and help us cope with traumas.