The rise of mental health concerns this year tends to increase due to tests, end-of-school pressures, and technology issues this time of year. Youth Villages, a local group that helps students and families with their "Backpack Heroes" and "Holiday Heroes" campaigns, has also provided resources for families dealing with mental health issues. The group's Crisis Program Manager, Ashton Kleekamp, warns against relying on artificial intelligence for help, stating that AI is not a trained professional and it can lead to behavioral changes, but it can be used to help with children's issues.