Aug 15, 2023 | Children-Youth, Families, Teens
What creates a safe, supportive learning environment? Experts said restorative justice – a philosophy that emphasizes a community-oriented approach to address wrongdoings, needs and responsibilities of the classroom – is also crucial to a safe school environment.
Jun 6, 2023 | Families, News, Teens
Why Delaware believes schools, parents are key to preventing more overdoses among kids.
Sep 15, 2022 | Children-Youth, Families, News, Teens
A recent survey by the RCMP found that 31% of Canadian youth say they have been cyberbullied before.
Aug 9, 2022 | Children-Youth, Families, News, Services, Teens
Many children will experience a mental health and/or substance use problem before age 18. In a survey of 80,000 youth around the world, 1 in 4 reported depressive symptoms and 1 in 5 experienced anxiety symptoms.
Aug 7, 2022 | Children-Youth, Families, News, Outreach, Services, Teens
The crisis of student mental health is much vaster than we realize. Schools surveyed have voiced concerns about student depression, anxiety and trauma.
Sep 8, 2021 | Children-Youth, Events, Families, News, Outreach, Services, Teens
In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Delaware Children’s Department is raising awareness of suicide warning signs and helpful resources, especially during this unprecedented global pandemic. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #WSPD, #bethelight, #WSPD2021
May 6, 2021 | Children-Youth, Events, Families, Outreach, Teens
May 2021 is the third annual Trauma Awareness Month in Delaware. This year includes a series of webinars, the Compassionate Champion Awards, a State Agency Summit and more events and opportunities to recognize the work taking place across the state.
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 28, 2019 | Children-Youth, Teens
“Wylie’s Wishes – Andy’s Story” is the first in a series of books addressing trauma and the child’s journey through treatment.
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.