Back to school is a busy time for everyone with lots of items on the checklist — school supplies, sports physicals, plan for after school care — and more.

Another important item to check off is a mental health check in with your child. Going back to school can be stressful and full of uncertainty — especially for those with a history of mental health concerns. Mental health care needs to be on the checklist to help set your child up for a successful school year.

Mary Shea, Ph.D., is a pediatric psychologist at Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

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