CSMH Briefs/Reports/White Papers

Issue Briefs 

Issue briefs provide stakeholders with user-friendly information on critical themes in school mental health. 

 

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Policy Briefs

The CSMH is committed to enhancing the lives of our nation's youth by strengthening the policies and programs that relate to school mental health. The CSMH develops policy briefs to provide legislation updates that affects SMH.

  • Understanding Bullying Policies in Schools
    This CSMH document provides an overview of local, state, and national anti-bullying legislation. Key elements of successfully implemented state and local anti-bullying laws can guide schools as they work towards reducing and preventing the bullying. Recommendations for what schools can do are provided.
  • Health Care Reform: What School Mental Health Professionals Need to Know
    This CSMH policy brief provides an overview of health care reform and the implications for school mental health. The brief highlights important changes to health care under the Affordable Care Act and its potential impact on mental health services for children and families. There is also a list of helpful resources and websites related to health care reform.

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White Papers/Reports