Should I Let My Teenager Watch 13 Reasons Why?

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Should I Let My Teenager Watch 13 Reasons Why?

Well, the better question probably is, "How do I talk to my teenager about the show 13 Reasons Why?"... I will give you resources in this blog, and there are many other resources available depending on your specific mental health concern. You can be fully prepared to deal with the questions and feelings that may be triggered in your teenager by this show.

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What’s Wrong With the Media Response to Logic’s Powerful Anthem to Suicide Prevention, “1-800-273-8255”?

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What’s Wrong With the Media Response to Logic’s Powerful Anthem to Suicide Prevention, “1-800-273-8255”?

The subject of suicide is again a hot topic in the media and in our high schools.

Sunday night featured the MTV Video Music Awards, and the song called “1-800-273-8255”, by the rapper Logic, blew up the show. The song is about someone who is having thoughts about suicide, and calls the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.This song sends a vital message about suicide, and its tremendous popularity is testament to the fact that it strikes a chord with many people.

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