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Teacher Retention in Schools

Understanding the factors influencing a teacher’s decision to leave their role is critical to developing an effective retention strategy. Although compensation is cited most often as a primary reason teachers leave their positions or seek new opportunities, feeling heard, along with recognition and various other factors, plays a role in a teacher’s decision to either stay or leave.

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November 19, 2024

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a behavioral disorder characterized by persistent patterns of angry, defiant, and hostile behavior. It can be extremely challenging to navigate life with ODD and it affects individuals and families alike.

November 18, 2024

Every day school professionals deal with the many ways that anxiety can interfere with students’ academic, emotional, and social development. Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health issues diagnosed in young people and they can affect not only individuals but also families and communities.

November 18, 2024

ADHD, or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition. It affects millions of children and adults worldwide and presents unique challenges throughout an individual’s life cycle. As with most mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions, ADHD affects not only the individual but also family members and the larger community. It is, therefore, important to foster understanding and empathy, and to promote effective intervention strategies.

November 7, 2024

Recent research has increasingly highlighted the connection between mental health and nutrition, shining a light on the impact our food choices can have on our mood, energy, and ability to focus. Poor nutrition can make mental health issues worse. Conversely, mental health disorders can lead to poor food choices.

November 4, 2024

Among the many challenges faced by educators is the changing demographics of American classrooms given the increasing number of newcomers who require specialized support to succeed academically and to be mentally healthy.

November 4, 2024

In the midst of the ongoing youth mental health crisis the expiration of ESSER funds presents a significant challenge for school superintendents tasked with maintaining the momentum of their mental health programs.

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