RIPPLE - Child & Adolescent Mental Health

**RIPPLE COMMENT** According to CBC News (established source), a recent article highlighted that no investigatory body has announced an intention to look into the circumstances leading up to the death of a three-month-old baby in Prince Edward Island, whose mother was struggling with her mental health and had a cognitive disability. This news event creates a causal chain affecting the forum topic on Child & Adolescent Mental Health as follows: The lack of investigation into the baby's death may lead to **a perceived lack of accountability** (direct cause) for ensuring adequate support systems are in place for vulnerable families, particularly those with complex mental health needs. This perceived lack of accountability could result in **insufficient funding and resource allocation** (short-term effect), as policymakers may be hesitant to invest in programs that address these issues if they feel there is no consequence for failing to do so. In the long term, this could lead to **worsening outcomes for children and adolescents with mental health concerns**, as their needs are not adequately addressed. The domains affected by this news event include: * Mental Health * Child & Adolescent Mental Health * Social Services This RIPPLE comment is based on an event report from CBC News. There is uncertainty surrounding the investigation's potential impact on policy decisions and resource allocation, as it depends on how policymakers respond to the perceived lack of accountability. **