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The Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions is developing a policy paper focused on mental health in children in the middle years (ages 7-12) with support from Optimus SBR.
In broad terms, the paper will address:
To inform this paper, we are engaging various system stakeholders and partners to ensure we consider the many different perspectives of those who engage with the mental health system for children in the middle years in Ontario – including youth and families, academics, educators, service providers, direct service providers, clinical leaders, and other partners.
Given your experience/expertise, we would really value your participation in a 1-hour focus group. We also encourage you to send this open invitation to colleagues or those in your network.
Specific dates and times for focus groups are:
If you are able to take part in one of these sessions, please confirm your interest via email to Sagnic (Sagnic.das@optimussbr.com).
With your confirmation, we will send you an email invitation to join virtually, with the discussion guide attached so you can prepare your thoughts in advance.
