Join The Lincy Institute and the UNLV Department of Psychology in the Greenspun Hall Auditorium on Tuesday, Nov. 4 for "Advancing Children’s Mental Health in Nevada." A light reception will be hosted from 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. with the scheduled event occurring from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. This event is free and open to the public, please RSVP.
Nevada ranks 51st nationally in youth mental health access and services, underscoring persistent shortages and disparities across the state. Nearly one in four youths aged 12–17 (23.5%) experienced a major depressive episode in the past year, and 73% did not receive treatment. Approximately 34,000 Nevada youths have reported suicidal thoughts—an urgent call for prevention and coordinated support.
During the 2024–2025 school year, 31.3% of Clark County School District students were chronically absent (missing 10% or more of school days), a challenge closely linked to mental health struggles and socioeconomic barriers.
This community forum is an opportunity to generate dialogue and amplify practical strategies to enhance Nevada’s mental health support and improve outcomes for children statewide.
- Explore 2025 legislative and research advances focused on expanding mental and behavioral health access, improving school-community coordination, and promoting early interventions.
- Learn about multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) partnerships and pilot programs delivering evidence-based academic and emotional interventions from Dr. Chris Kearney, distinguished professor and chair of the Department of Psychology at UNLV.
- Gain a sneak peek into the upcoming season of Conversation to Transformation, a podcast about Nevada’s lived experiences and community insights to deepen awareness and community engagement surrounding youth mental health.
- Hear from local leaders across sectors as they participate in a panel discussion to share insights and reflect on effective practices and partnership models advancing children’s mental health.
