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ÀÖ²©´«Ã½Applauds Strategy for National Mental HealthMar 2, 2022|2 min readThe ÀÖ²©´«Ã½ commends the Biden Administration for raising awareness of and making commitments to remedy the challenges to mental health access and equity through policies and resources.
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ÀÖ²©´«Ã½Opposes TX Definition of Child Abuse to Include Gender-Affirming CareMar 2, 2022|2 min read
The ÀÖ²©´«Ã½ stands in solidarity with the Texas Counseling Association in opposition to any attempt to redefine ?child abuse? to include gender-affirming care, as referenced in the Texas Attorney General?s non-binding opinion ...
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ÀÖ²©´«Ã½Statement on Conflict in UkraineFeb 28, 2022|2 min read
As advocates of the emotional needs of all people, along with our commitment to social justice, ÀÖ²©´«Ã½stands with people and organizations of conscience around the world in condemning the ongoing, unprovoked Russian incursion into Ukraine.
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Published November 18, 2025 on The Post
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Joe Burrow Foundation have partnered on a new program, the Burrow Blueprint, to provide and support mental health treatment in Appalachian Ohio schools. ÀÖ²©´«Ã½Past President Christine Suniti Bhat explains the importance of providing mental health services to students in rural Appalachian Ohio.
Aired September 25, 2025 on Spectrum News Columbus
More should be done to combat the dark side of social media that can endanger kids and teenagers. ÀÖ²©´«Ã½Past President Christine Suniti Bhat discusses the dangers of social media, its influence on societal pressures on young people and the role of parental supervision in protecting them.
Published August 27, 2025 in CNN
As AI chatbots become a popular way to access cost-free counseling and companionship, a patchwork of state regulation is emerging, restricting how the technology can be used in therapy practice. ACA’s AI work group member Russell Fulmer provides insight on using AI in counseling in this article.
Published August 19, 2025 on Associated Press
Transitioning to a new home or school environment can be an anxious time for kids, with worries about making new friends and adapting to new routines. ACA’s President Elect Victoria Kress provides insight on how these changes can affect kids.
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