Data collected in November 2022 by the Communities for Youth team shows 33 percent of Boise teens are struggling with depression and suicidal ideation — a number higher than the national average. “I’m so inspired by the work we are starting and look forward to working with community members – from parents, grandparents, schools and kids themselves to make a meaningful impact on the mental health of our youngest residents,” Boise Mayor Lauren McLean said at the kick off meeting. \nSmith was also featured in a KTVB news segment about the Youth Behavioral Health Initiative