Teenagers can share their experience with mental health in an ongoing survey meant to inform city policy.
How it works: The survey is anonymous and can be completed online. It's intended for people aged 12 to 19 and is available in English, Spanish and other languages.
Context: This is the city's fourth Teen Mental Health Survey. Teenagers first created it in 2021 to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted young people's mental health in San Antonio.
The results first prompted the city to allocate $18 million in one-time pandemic relief funds toward teen mental health programs.
In response to results from the 2024 survey showing that teenagers turn to their friends when struggling, the city partnered with the Center for Health Care Services to offer Teen Mental Health First Aid training.
What they're saying: "This survey allows mental health to be a more talked about topic in the community and breaks down any stigma," Project Worth teen ambassador Sophie Perez said in a statement.
What's next: The survey will remain open through April 30.
