A recent survey conducted by the Cape Coral Youth Council suggests that students believe more mental health support is needed in local schools.
The findings were presented during a meeting with the Cape Coral City Council. Officials and youth representatives discussed the limited availability of mental health services and possible steps to improve support for students.
Cape Coral City Councilmember Jennifer Nelson-Lastra, who serves as the council’s liaison to the Youth Council, said concerns about mental health have surfaced repeatedly in conversations with young residents…