April 17, 2025

(Toronto Star) We still have a big problem diagnosing kids with mental illness. Here’s why

PlaySpace Team

Dr. Elizabeth Cawley, Chief Clinical Officer, was featured on CTV News to bring light to urgent youth mental health statistics. The data is clear: we must make youth mental health a top priority for the next government.

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