Suicidal thoughts and self-harm are increasing among elementary and middle school children, a troubling trend that started before the pandemic. Mental health experts are calling for more research and public awareness, saying many parents do not realize their children are in crisis. "We need to open our eyes to the fact that this is going on," a psychiatry professor said. Read more on this story at NBCNews.com and watch NBC’s "Nightly News with Lester Holt" tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. CT. |