Written By: A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed., Director, Center for Mental Health Services
Few stories are more powerful than those involving children who have demonstrated resilience and overcome early childhood trauma. Research confirms that with the help of families, providers and communities, young children can thrive even though they may have experienced a traumatic event.
It is estimated that 26 percent of children in the United States will experience or witness a traumatic event before the age of 4. The good news is that as demonstrated by SAMHSA’s newly released short report titled, …

Mental Health Month began in 1949 to raise awareness of mental health conditions and mental wellness for all. The promotion of positive mental health and the prevention of substance abuse and mental illness have been key parts of SAMHSA’s mission to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
Mental health is a key component to a person’s overall health. As discussed by the Surgeon General, Dr. Regina M. Benjamin, in the Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General, “mental health” and “mental illness” are not …