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ACEs Drug Crisis Mental Health Policy School Health

In West Virginia’s opioid crisis, a new high school will serve teens in recovery

In West Virginia, the state hit hardest by the opioid epidemic, kids haven’t been immune to the problem, and it isn’t easy to get help.

By Think Kids, 1 yearSeptember 25, 2023 ago

ACEs Drug Crisis Mental Health Mentoring

When a paramedic saw kids impacted by parental drug use, he started a summer camp to provide mental health support.

At Camp Appalachia, a kids’ camp in Putnam County, a twisting dirt road winds by the large swimming pool. On a very hot day in June, dozens of children splash around as camp counselors keep watch.

By Think Kids, 1 yearJuly 7, 2023 ago

ACEs Drug Crisis Health Equity

Empty backpacks and hurting families: A daycare director navigates child care in a substance abuse crisis

The majority of the center’s 70 children come from families living in poverty – 85% of the daycare’s payments are from state funds for residents in need. Their families have needs beyond child care.

By Think Kids, 2 yearsApril 30, 2023 ago