Look at any playground and chances are, one in five of the children you see there need help for a mental health issue. Experts say 13 to 20 percent of kids need some sort of mental health guidance or support.
The department of psychology at Dayton Children's offers a wide range of services to address the behavioral and psychological needs of children, adolescents and their families. Specialized assessments, testing and counseling are offered. Staff members serve on many care teams throughout the hospital.