This presentation shares findings from the Parent and Child Mental Health Survey, conducted in December 2023, with input from over 1,000 parents and caregivers of K–12 public school students nationwide. The presentation walks through the survey’s key components, including the specific questions posed to families and a breakdown of their responses. It explores the real-world accessibility challenges parents face when seeking mental health support for their children, highlighting common barriers such as stigma, cost, and limited school-based services.

Importantly, the presentation summarizes five main takeaways from the survey that shed light on family experiences, needs, and opportunities for improving school and community-based mental health systems. This resource is designed to inform educators, administrators, and policymakers working to strengthen support networks for youth mental health.

Action for Healthy Kids

CDC Foundation