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A Black mother sits beside her teenage son on a couch with warm evening lamp light, both in quiet conversation — editorial documentary photo about adolescent depression and family support

Student Mental Health

Adolescent Depression: A Guide for Georgia Schools and Parents

Adolescent major depression often presents as irritability, not sadness. Learn signs, screening, evidence-based treatment, and Georgia school-based access.

May 16, 202610 min read

A mixed-race teenage girl gazes thoughtfully out a classroom window, textbook open in front of her, soft afternoon light — editorial documentary photo about inattentive-type ADHD and the quiet daydreamer presentation

Student Mental Health

Inattentive ADHD in Schools: The Daydreamer We Keep Missing

Inattentive-type pediatric ADHD is under-diagnosed in girls and students of color. Learn signs, evidence-based supports, and how Georgia schools can intervene earlier.

May 16, 20269 min read

A Black middle school girl sits at her desk in a warm classroom, hand on her forehead, soft window light catching her thoughtful expression — editorial documentary photo about childhood anxiety in K-12 students

Student Mental Health

Childhood Anxiety Disorder: A Guide for Georgia Schools and Families

Childhood Generalized Anxiety Disorder hides in plain sight at school. Learn signs, what teachers see, evidence-based treatment, and Georgia school partnerships.

May 16, 20269 min read

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