A new study led by EDC’s Akira Gutierrez Renzulli reveals that high adverse childhood experiences are more linked to disruptive and internalizing behaviors than academic preparedness. The findings point to a need for greater awareness of mental health issues and suicide prevention support for young children and their families, particularly those in vulnerable populations.
To mark the inaugural 988 Day, EDC’s Elizabeth Box and the Ad Council’s Derrick Feldmann have penned an opinion piece about how the free, confidential 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline can help America address its mental health crisis.
EDC’s Cindy Hoisington questions why play has slowly become an afterthought in early education settings. In this article, she shares why we should instead consider creativity and play as intuitive and valuable vehicles for childhood learning and development.
Uses mobile journalism (MOJO) tools, "That's What She Said" is a girl-led podcast influencing conversations on vital issues from the environment and beyond.
In an op-ed, EDC's Sarita Pillai and Andrés Henríquez warn that proposed cuts to key education programs will “weaken the foundation of our country's education system and workforce.” They call on policymakers to protect essential investments in K–12 education.
EDC's Colleen Carr of National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention discusses the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention, health equity, the role of health care systems in suicide prevention, and more in a wide ranging interview.
In this timely op-ed, EDC’s Maria Valenti examines how the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ plan to build a healthier future for all may be hindered by state-level legislation impacting LGBTQ+ community members.
EDC’sJulie Goldstein Grumet, director of theZero Suicide Institute, spoke with the Los Angeles Times about best practices for suicide prevention in healthcare settings, and explained why providers often
EDC’s Shelley Pasnik is interviewed about how schools can respond to students creating explicit deepfakes. She highlights the importance of engaging students as partners to establish norms and boundaries around this emerging technology, finding ways to discuss deepfakes in existing curriculum, and updating school codes of conduct.
EDC’s Andrés Henríquez discusses the growing interest among Gen Z in green and blue work, and what it will take for this next generation to launch fulfilling careers and make a real impact on climate change.
