June 1, 2008
Advocating for Appropriate Mental Health Treatment for Children in Care
This article by Michael Skinner Mendelow explores the scope of mental health needs among children in foster care, mental health challenges faced by foster
children, and promising practices for appropriate and effective mental health treatment. The experiences of CASA programs are shared, and sidebars include
resources for further research and tips for volunteers.

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