Recent surveys and studies have shown a concerning rise in anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues among students. Factors like social isolation, remote learning, and disrupted routines contribute to this crisis. For example, a 2021 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that mental health-related emergency department visits increased by nearly 31% among teenagers during the height of the pandemic compared to the same period in 2019. Schools, being central to children's daily lives, are uniquely positioned to address this crisis. Here's a look at what's being done and how schools can get involved.