The American Academy of Pediatrics recently declared adolescent mental health a national emergency, as rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal thoughts continue to skyrocket. The pandemic brought this serious issue to the forefront, but this uptick started years before COVID arrived on the scene.  

Sadly, and too often, the parents of these teens are the last to learn about their child's mental health struggles—and often too late to take action.

In this episode, I’m joined by Elliot Kallen, the Co-Founder and President of A Brighter Day, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing suicide by helping teens manage their depression and stress. Elliot is going to teach us what warning signs to look for and what we can do to protect our teens from the number one preventable cause of death.

Key Takeaways

• Warning signs: drastic change in behavior patterns (sleep habits, eating, socializing) 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• Text "BRIGHTER" to 741741 for 24/7 mental health support

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