Questions are being raised about the quality and availability of mental health services for young people in South Dakota. Lack of funding and staff turnover are seen as issues statewide.

Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels has been working with the issue since before he was elected….

Michels says programs work with a number of different funding sources…..

Michels says there needs to be constant pressure for improvement…..

Michels says the focus should be on community based programs, and more help in rural areas.