Reports and Publications
Get a deeper look into how California is reimagining youth behavioral health. These reports offer data, lived experience, and strategy updates from across the state’s transformation efforts.
CYBHI Strategic Areas Overview
Explore the four statewide strategic areas guiding CYBHI efforts—Workforce Training and Capacity, Behavioral Health Ecosystem Infrastructure, Coverage, and Public Awareness. These pillars drive system transformation and ensure sustainable, equitable access to behavioral health support.
2024 CYBHI Annual Report
This comprehensive report highlights the initiative’s progress-to-date across all workstreams—showcasing key milestones, outcomes, and a forward-looking roadmap for transforming youth behavioral health statewide.
Working Paper – California’s Children & Youth Behavioral Health Ecosystem
Explore public education initiatives and the change campaign. For detailed insights, refer to Appendix D, Page 44
Youth at the Center Report – CYBHI
Discover the aspirations of children, youth, families, and community members, guiding the transformation of California’s behavioral health ecosystem.
Take Space to Pause Midway Evaluation 2025
Discover key insights from the Take Space to Pause campaign midway evaluation. This report highlights how youth-centered, equity-focused strategies are reducing stigma, increasing mental health literacy, and supporting healthy coping among California youth ages 13–17. Learn how the campaign reached diverse communities, amplified youth voices, and built confidence in seeking help.
CYBHI Evaluation Interim Report
This report outlines the progress and early outcomes of the California Youth Behavioral Health Initiative, focusing on efforts to improve youth mental health and well-being.
Movement and Outdoor Activity Family Guide
Discover practical, family-tested strategies to help kids get moving. This guide offers easy tips, conversation starters, and simple steps to overcome common barriers—like screen time and limited outdoor space—so families can enjoy more active play, less stress, and healthier, happier days together.
