On Wednesday, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a public health advisory addressing the mental health challenges faced by parents due to modern stresses. He called for increased support from government, businesses, and community organizations. The advisory recommended expanding funding for parental support, establishing a national paid family and medical leave program, ensuring paid sick time for workers, and providing affordable mental health care for caregivers. Murthy emphasized that improving parents’ mental health is crucial for addressing youth mental health issues, noting that many parents feel overwhelmed and isolated, especially single parents.
