For some children, community-based supports may not be adequate to effectively address the clinical mental health needs of the child and family. In these instances, the family and support team may consider out-of-home treatment such as residential care for behavioral, emotional, or mental health conditions.
The chart below shows the number of children by age in residential treatment over time for behavioral, emotional, or mental health conditions.
Data Source
Vermont Department of Mental Health. Child and Adolescent Family Unit. Unpublished data.
Related Indicators
Children with a Behavioral, Emotional, or Mental Health Condition – The indicator chart shows the percentage of children ages 3 to 8 with a diagnosis of ADHD, anxiety, depression and/ or a behavioral or conduct condition for Vermont and the U.S.
Related Indicators
Children Receiving Crisis Services from Designated Mental Health Agencies – The indicator chart shows the number of children under 9 receiving crisis services from Vermont’s Designated Mental Health Agencies.