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DYRS Featured in Youth Today, Cited for Progress

Date Released: 
Fri, 02/22/2013

DYRS Featured in Youth Today, Cited for Progress

The District of Columbia was presented as a national leader in juvenile justice reform in a news feature published by Youth Today. The piece focused on the agency’s New Beginnings Youth Development Center.

The full article, written by Kaukab Jhumra Smith, is available below. 

DC Reforms Offer Some Kids New Beginning

February 21, 2013 by Kaukab Jhumra Smith

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DMH contracts with community based providers to provide mental health services and supports. You can contact a provider of your choice directly or call the Access Helpline for assistance. DMH certifies each provider to ensure conformity to federal and District regulations and monitors quality of care.

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Depression and anxiety are normal reactions to abnormal times or stress. With increased concerns about losing jobs, homes and savings, more people are showing signs of psychological distress. It’s important for us all to learn to recognize the symptoms of depression so we can get help for ourselves or for others when it’s needed.

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