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Make student mental health a priority
June 08, 2012
By: Jane Mentzinger

The decision by the City of Chicago to close six mental health clinics has stirred concern and anger among families, advocates, and over-stretched health care professionals in many parts of the city. Yet, as people adjust to the city’s new landscape for mental health care, Mayor Rahm Emanuel insists that the closings are not at the expense of service. He has said that he remains committed to giving more service to more people.

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To stop violence, start with the youngest children
April 06, 2011
By: Jane Mentzinger

As the prison sentences are handed down in the beating death of Fenger High School student Derrion Albert, this is also a time to reflect and question: What sparks such violence? At what age are children making critical, life-changing decisions about involvement in violent acts? How can communities— and especially schools—respond to help students?

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