Mental health and illness have been a Bruno–until recently people didn’t talk about them. But the more conversations we have about mental health and illness, the more comfortable we’ll be talking about them, recognizing signs, and getting necessary help.

Everyone has bad days here and there, but sometimes people’s bad days go on for weeks affecting their daily life and sleep, they stop doing things they enjoy, and they’re constantly worried or sad most of the time. If you feel this way, I need you to know, you are not alone, this is not your fault, and you can get help.

Read more in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 032 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Content warning: anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide