Understanding Teen Suicide and Mental Health: Insights, Strategies, and Support
In honor of September's Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, this episode compiles powerful and actionable insights on suicide prevention, featuring personal stories from guests like Jay Reed and initiatives by people such as Kevin Wong from The Trevor Project and Ann Moss Rogers. The episode emphasizes critical themes including the importance of open conversations about mental health, actionable strategies for suicide prevention, and understanding the heightened risks faced by LGBTQ youth. It includes practical advice for parents on recognizing signs of mental distress, fostering meaningful connections with their children, and leveraging resources like crisis hotlines and peer support platforms.
00:00 Introduction to Suicide Prevention Awareness
00:27 Recurring Themes in Suicide Prevention
01:17 Important Crisis Numbers
01:59 Interview with Jay Reed: A Father's Story
06:10 The Impact of Modern Life on Teen Mental Health
10:41 The Role of Parents in Suicide Prevention
19:43 Introducing Cara McNulty: Mental Health Advocate
31:01 Jackie Simmons: The Talk That Saves Lives
41:36 Why Stay? Heather's Reasons for Living
42:44 The Power of Neuroplasticity
46:43 Introducing Kevin Wong from The Trevor Project
48:17 The Trevor Project's Mission and Programs
57:52 Advocacy and Support for LGBTQ Youth
01:01:21 Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health in LGBTQ Youth
01:07:36 Ann Moss Rogers: A Personal Journey and Advocacy
01:26:51 Creating a Crisis Response Plan
Links to Full Episode
AnneMoss Rogers
Kevin Wong, The Trevor Project
Jackie Simmons
Cara McNulty
Jay Reid
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