Friends you can’t disagree with and work together to come to a mutual understanding with are superficial friendships.

I’m sorry if I came on too strong, but I appreciate your initial response as It clarifies more where you’re coming from.

I don’t disagree that “doomerism” exists and can be a problem, however that term is often used (and from my perspective is being used in this context) to deflect from the material reality in a “rub some dirt on it, it ain’t that bad” sort of way.

However, within this context the “alternative” isn’t complicated. The kids, and teachers, need therapy from trained medical professionals. More broadly they need access to healthcare and resources they aren’t getting.