surgeon general of the united states is calling attention to widespread mental health challenges among youths across the country. some of those issues existed before the covid-19 pandemic but have now been exacerbated, according to a new advisory issued this week. the surgeon general vice admiral dr. vivek murthy says it will take a whole of society effort to address. here is a quote. if we seize this moment, step up for our children and their families in their moment of need, and lead with inclusion, kindness and respect, we can lay the foundation for a healthier and more resilient and more fulfilled nation, end of quote. the advisory states that mental, emotional developmental, or behavioral disorders have been