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Colorado’s Youth Mental Health Crisis
What we're seeing
DOUBLED
Rates of anxiety and depression among Colorado kids during the pandemic
44%
Of American teens report feeling persistently sad or hopeless
SUICIDE
Is a leading cause of death for young people ages 10 to 24 in Colorado
How we're taking action
Children’s Hospital Colorado is taking the lead to address the youth mental health crisis in our state. And we’re just getting started. Here are several ways we're taking action to improve the mental health system and save lives.
Responding to kids in need
In May 2021, we declared a youth mental health “state of emergency” and held a media town hall to sound the alarm.
Blazing a trail for kids
Children’s Colorado appointed Ron-Li Liaw, MD, as our inaugural Mental Health-in-Chief, the first known position of its kind at a children's hospital.
Fighting for kids everywhere
Our leaders joined the Children's Hospital Association and more than 200 children's hospitals across the nation in urging Congress to enact legislation and increase funding to address a nationwide mental health emergency in children and teens.
Advocating for improved care — and prevention
With our partners, we advocated for nearly $150 million in state funding to directly support children and youth mental health by investing in schools, primary care and the community, so children get the help they need before they experience a crisis.
"I think we forget that one person can help another. It’s small, little things: How can you, individually, help make a difference?"Luthien, Patient Ambassador
Ways to help with children's mental health
Of course, our work is far from over. Now, we need your help to address Colorado’s youth mental health crisis. Fortunately, there are several ways you can get involved and make a difference.
Invest in a better future for kids
Children can’t wait for a better mental health system. Help give our kids and teens the care they need, when they need it, by making a financial donation.
Advocate for children’s mental health needs
Lawmakers and community leaders need to hear from you. We make it easy to speak up for kids' mental health needs through petitions, emails to lawmakers and more.
Help fund prevention and treatment
Do you want to raise money for youth mental health and connect with your community? Start a crowdfunding project or host a fundraiser with Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation.
Fun and funds
Would you like a fancy night out or a thrilling bike ride in the mountains that also benefits children’s mental health? We have you covered.
Share resources with your network
Children's Colorado is proud to share a new resource to help families and community members understand pediatric mental health conditions and improve mental wellness for our youth.
Spread the word: mental health is health
It's OK to not be OK. Watch and share this video to help us break the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
Youth mental health in the news
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CNNHow the pandemic worsened children’s mental healthJuly 22, 2021
The pandemic has pushed children's mental health to a "crisis point." Watch as a child and adolescent psychologist, a child health policy advocate and a member of the hospital's youth action board discuss rising anxiety and depression, policy solutions that increase access to care, and what has helped one teen through the past year.
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CBS4Children of all ages facing mental health challengesMay 26, 2021
Anxiety and stress have skyrocketed among children since the pandemic began. Dr. Jenna Glover, a clinical psychologist, shares what parents should look out for in their children and ways to help them if they’re struggling. Learn more.
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Colorado Public RadioStudent mental health crisis as a result of COVID-19April 05, 2021
Kate Hartman is a 7th-grader in Denver and a patient ambassador for Children’s Colorado. She struggled with mental health issues in the past, and like many students her age, felt sad and isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read her story and why it’s important for kids and parents to seek connectedness during this time.