“Today, psychological distress among young people is higher than ever, including symptoms of anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions,” Deborah Moroney said. “We need to come together across fields and sectors to bolster opportunities for learning and development for all young people.”
Moroney, who holds doctoral and master's degrees in education, is a vice president at the American Institutes for Research, where she leads work in youth, family and community development. For the full interview, visit: https://www.mott.org/news/articles/reengage-to-recover-how-social-and-emotional-learning-helps-change-the-odds-for-children-and-youth/