WBEZ: Illinois’ strong anti-bullying law was ignored at Latin School, according to parents of teen who took his life

April 29, 2022

Colleen Cicchetti, executive director of Center for Childhood Resilience at Lurie Children’s Hospital, said that even though anti-bullying laws have been around for years, and schools in the state have strong policies, it’s about following through. Students are also in a heightened state right now. There’s an increase of anxiety and depression in kids.

Chicago Public Schools and Lurie Children’s Hospital Expand Partnership to Support Youth Mental Health

April 28, 2022

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Center for Childhood Resilience (CCR) at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago are expanding a comprehensive and collaborative system to better identify and respond to Pre-K-12 students who need mental health support.

CCR's Dr. Mashana Smith Talks with WTTW about Youth Mental Health and the Launch of REACH

April 20, 2022

Mashana Smith, a psychologist at Lurie Children’s Center for Childhood Resilience, says several factors during the pandemic impacted youth. They include a lack of social interaction and the economic impact their parents experienced during the lockdown.