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SCOTTSDALE, AZ — August 17, 2026 — SAIL CoLab, Inc. has officially acquired the Social Skills Improvement System (SSIS™) assessment assets from NCS Pearson, effective June 30, 2026. With this strategic acquisition, SAIL CoLab becomes the official publisher of all SSIS assessment and intervention products, uniting them into a singular, highly cohesive system dedicated to improving children and youths' social emotional skills and behavioral health. 

Police officers are entrusted with serving and protecting the communities they work in — a responsibility that requires professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to remain composed in a wide range of situations. From routine traffic stops to emergency responses, officers are tasked with assessing evolving circumstances, communicating effectively with civilians and other officers, and making decisions that prioritize public safety. Supporting officers’ readiness for these responsibilities begins long before they enter the field.

Law enforcement must go beyond evaluating physical fitness and technical qualifications, which is why departments are increasingly recognizing the essential nature of psychological readiness. Evidence-based psychological screening helps agencies identify candidates who possess the resilience, integrity, and judgment necessary for a successful career in policing. When implemented thoughtfully, psychological screening strengthens officer readiness, fair hiring practices, and supports trust in the profession. 

How CAT-MH^® helped one practice save lives

In the world of behavioral health, every moment counts. When someone reaches out for help, there's often a narrow window of opportunity—one that can close quickly if the right support isn't available immediately. For Bernie Dyme, a licensed clinical social worker with over four decades of experience, finding ways to maximize that critical window became essential as his practice grew.

What if the young people involved in community violence were just individuals struggling with untreated mental health conditions? 

This question lies at the heart of groundbreaking research that's changing how we understand and address violence in our communities.

Dr. Michael Brook, associate professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, has spent years studying this connection. His work reveals something most people don't realize: the majority of young people who become involved in community violence have significant histories of trauma, depression, hopelessness, and other mental health conditions that directly increase their risk.

Dr. Lisa Pellegrin, a licensed clinical psychologist in Tennessee, discovered exactly how to make this happen—and it's changing how she delivers care in her private practice.

What if you could spot undiagnosed ADHD in a 40-year-old father who came in for marriage counseling? Dr. Jared Minkel did exactly that—and it changed his patient's life. But first, the backstory...

We are proud to announce the new Call for Research published by Pearson Clinical Assessment. Our goal is to ensure that Pearson assessments comply with the highest standards of quality and support research that investigates the validity or efficacy of our products. We are inviting United States-based faculty members, graduate students, and qualified researchers to submit their proposals no later than August 15, 2025.

College attendance is up. While total postsecondary enrollment was down the past few years, it finally rebounded above pre-COVID levels in the Fall of 2024, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Undergraduate enrollment rose 4.7% YoY, while freshman enrollment rose 5.5% YoY, meaning more high school students are contemplating postsecondary education. At the same time, students in this age group are grappling with more mental health issues than ever.

High school educators have a golden opportunity to help students prepare for the transition, whether they are heading to a community college, attending a four-year school or training for a full-time career.