Schools are built to react to mental health crises

Schools currently respond to mental health crises only after incidents have escalated to visible crises, rather than proactively identifying and addressing issues early on. This reactive approach means support systems kick in only after a concerning event or behavior, often leaving students without timely help. This system's inefficiency highlights the urgent need for more proactive mental health strategies in schools, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention to better support students' wellbeing and prevent more severe outcomes.