Rural Teens Turn to Social Media For Mental Health

Rural Teens Turn to Social Media For Mental Health

In Georgia and across the South, social media has become a vital space for teens to connect, express themselves and learn about mental health. But a new report points to an important shortcoming. The nonprofit Hopelab finds that, while online platforms often help young people find community and encouragement, barriers to mental-health care and stigma still prevent many from […] The post Rural Teens Turn to Social Media For Mental Health appeared…

Reps. Scott, Davis and Schofield Applaud State Funding Supporting Students’ Mental Health and Students in Poverty – Georgia House of Representatives

ATLANTA – State Representatives Sandra G. Scott (D-Rex), Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) recently applauded state funding that allocates $15 million for students living in poverty and $19.6 million for student mental health services. This funding for the Department of Education was included in the Fiscal Year 2026 budget (FY26), which took … Continue reading "Reps. Scott, Davis and Schofield Applaud State Funding Sup…

Georgia schools receive additional funds to support mental health, students in poverty

Georgia school districts now have access to more than $15 million to support students in poverty, and $19.6 million to strengthen student mental health services and supports. Districts plan to use the funds – which were added to the FY26 state budget by the Georgia General Assembly – to expand access to counseling services, provide […] The post Georgia schools receive additional funds to support mental health, students in poverty appeared first …

GA schools receive over $15M to support mental health, students in poverty

ATLANTA - Georgia school districts have received additional funds to support mental health and students in poverty. The post GA schools receive over $15M to support mental health, students in poverty appeared first on Valdosta Today.