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To the editor : California has made progress in addressing our mental health generally, but has quite failed on access to care in schools for many children, something that remains an issue nationwide ( “California young people are struggling with anxiety and stress, study finds,” Oct. 21). According to a 2025 Kaiser Family Foundation report , “approximately half of public schools reported they could effectively provide mental health services to all students in need.” This means there are millions of students going without necessary support.

Schools are widely seen as a place for young children to feel comfortable, where they can go to teachers and administrators when they n

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