Mental Health
In the overlapping world of child welfare and drug treatment, mental health is a constant concern. Children are at high risk for mental health issues because of the experiences that brought them to the attention of child welfare and from the experiences they have had since being separated from their parent. Parents too struggle with mental health issues – sometimes they precede drug problems, other times they are the lasting legacy of this lifestyle.
Click on the sections below to learn more about:
Children’s mental health
How children are affected by parental substance abuse and involvement with child welfare
Parents with mental health issues
Issues common to parents struggling with mental health problems, child welfare, and drug treatment
Visiting recommendations for children of parents with mental illness
Hints for strengthening visits for children whose parents have mental health problems
