Improving mental health services for Black youth requires a culturally responsive approach from parents, teachers, medical providers, and other adults in a child’s life. Adults must be able to understand a child’s culture, know how to engage and support them, and be willing to establish a trusting relationship. It’s also important to understand that in general, children may display mental health problems in different ways from adults including misbehavior, lack of interest in schoolwork or social activities, and social withdrawal and isolation. Any big changes in the way a child is acting should be cause for concern and understanding the risk and protective factors can help you assess whether a child may need support.