Chester Street Foundation
Shining a Light on Childhood Trauma
Mental health issues have become a widespread problem as evidenced by the rising numbers of stories of suicides and other tragic events that appear daily in our news feeds. However, far too many illnesses are being incorrectly attributed to various conditions when, in fact, they were caused by untreated childhood trauma. According to the 2018 National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH), one in five children under the age of 17 has experienced one or more types of childhood adversity that is likely to affect their physical and mental health as adults.
The numbers of suicides, misdiagnosed mental illnesses, and other tragic events will continue to rise until innovative solutions are found to help traumatized children heal and recover. The problem is everywhere, but the State of Texas is especially troubling as it’s ranked 49th in mental health funding in the U.S.
We established the Chester Street Foundation to provide a voice for traumatized children and educate our community, particularly those on the front lines of the issue, including mental health professionals, educators, and organizations working with children. No child should have to live a life imprisoned by panic, rage, and helplessness. Please join us today in shining a light on childhood trauma so that children receive the treatment they deserve.
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