In this episode of 'One in Ten,' hosted by Teresa Huizar, Dr. Sheryl Chatfield from Kent State University discusses the alarming rise in youth suicides and its correlation with technology use. Delving into data from the National Violent Death Reporting System, Dr. Chatfield highlights the significant impact of technology, including social media and gaming, on youth mental health. They explore the triggers leading to suicidal thoughts, focusing on restrictions on technology use as precipitating factors. Dr. Chatfield also discusses the demographic trends in youth suicide and suggests prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of diverse leisure activities and open communication between parents and their children. The episode concludes with practical advice for both professionals and parents on how to support youth effectively. 

Time Stamps: 

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 

01:22 Guest Introduction: Dr. Cheryl Chatfield 

01:27 Research Origins: Technology and Youth Suicide 

03:42 Trends in Youth Suicide 

05:21 The Role of Technology in Suicidal Behavior 

07:17 Understanding Suicidal Ideation in Youth 

15:56 Age-Related Differences in Suicide Motivations 

20:18 Impact of Mental Health Crisis on Youth 

25:07 Conflicts and Restrictions Leading to Suicidal Behavior 

26:48 Grieving the Loss of a Chatbot 

27:35 Addiction and Withdrawal Symptoms 

28:36 Social Media and Gaming Stress 

29:48 Fear of Missing Out 

31:05 Identity and Online Presence 

32:13 Technology Use and Mental Health 

36:44 Demographics of Youth Suicide 

40:43 Prevention Strategies 

46:52 Encouraging Diverse Activities 

51:14 Concluding Thoughts 

Resources:

• Exploring the role of technology in youth and adolescent deaths by suicide using data from the 2017-2019 National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) - PubMed

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