PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Representative Dusty Johnson led a behavioral health roundtable on Tuesday, gathering South Dakota experts to address mental health and addiction challenges. The discussion focused on alarming trends, including rising suicide rates among young adults and a critical shortage of mental health professionals. Experts emphasized the role of schools in reaching children early but noted the urgent need for additional resources and a stronger workforce. They also called for expanded regional services and early investments as substance abuse continues to grow statewide. Johnson said the ultimate goal is to ensure kids have the support they need to become healthy, successful adults. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.