Dallas nonprofit CEO on being a resource to vulnerable kids

Keri Stitt, CEO of Youth180, talks with Carmen Blackwell about being a resource for vulnerable kids in North Texas.

With just over two months left in the Texas legislative session, lawmakers are considering several bills aimed at improving mental health and substance use treatment for youth.

The urgency comes as Dallas County sees a staggering 343% increase in youth overdose rates since 2016, according to Dallas County Health and Human Services data on alcohol and substance use prevention.

One North Texas nonprofit, Youth180 is leading the charge to advocate in Austin for policy changes that could expand access to life-saving care for young people.

Youth180 CEO Keri Stitt visits the Good Morning Texas studios to discuss National Recovery Day and how organizations like Youth180 is helping teenagers in Texas who suffer with substance abuse.

Youth180 CEO Keri Stitt visits WFAA Midday live to discuss tips for both parents and students on how to combat test anxiety.

Keri Stitt of Youth180 talks about the efforts to help vulnerable young people who have been impacted by substance abuse in their families.