Youth mental health crisis, Estate planning at an early age

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Kindergarten students wearing face masks sit in their classroom
In this April 13, 2021, file photo, kindergarten students sit in their classroom on the first day of in-person learning at Maurice Sendak Elementary School in Los Angeles. Jae C. Hong/AP Photo

A mental health advocate and a youth psychology professor explain a new crisis in youth mental health. Then, an attorney gives us advice on how younger people can plan ahead for their will and estate planning.

Featured in this Show

  • How to combat a youth mental health crisis

    In a new report, the U.S. surgeon general details a mental health crisis among the nation’s young people. We talk to a mental health advocate and an expert in youth psychiatry about how to combat the problem.

  • Why more millennials are getting their estate planning in order

    Out of concern over COVID-19 and other issues, more millennials are writing their wills. We get some advice on how to do that and take care of other estate planning-related matters.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Anna Moffit Guest
  • Dr. Ryan Herringa Guest
  • Jennifer Hannon Guest