News and Events
Addressing Asian American Suicide in Wisconsin
The suicide rate for Asian American youth doubled between 1999 and 2021. A 2024 study by the Medical College of Wisconsin identified three factors that impacted Asian American youth ages 12-19 who died by suicide:
- Missed warning signs
- Poor post-crisis care
- Unsupportive relationships
See what you can do to support the mental wellness of Asian American youth in Wisconsin in our newest publication, available in both English and Hmong.
School Attendance & Absenteeism
This month, the Office of Children's Mental Health is highlighting the value of school attendance and the impacts of chronic absenteeism.
Fact Sheet
Build a deeper understanding of school attendance in Wisconsin, plus tailored recommendations of how parents, schools, and policy-makers can make a difference.
October 2025 Fact Sheet
Spanish Version
Hmong Version
Showcasing Solutions
Appleton Area School District took action to improve student attendance at their 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 14 charter schools. Learn more about their success in the newest Showcasing Solutions publication.
OCMH Tools in Spanish
All of the key Office of Children's Mental Health resources are now curated in a collection for Spanish speaking families! Access our OCMH Tools in Spanish webpage to download and share.
Seasonal Spikes in Youth Suicide Data Bite
Suicide rates for young people spike in October. Understand the data and how you can help in our recent Data Bite.
Share our Seasonal Spikes in Suicide data bite graphics on social media or in network newsletters:
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