Teen Suicide Podcast: Knowing the Signs
Seeking Help and Finding Hope
September 11, 2020 • Guests: Dr. Gregory Jantz, Dr. Joannie DeBrito
How do you know if your child needs help from a licensed mental health professional? Mental health experts Dr. Gregory Jantz and Dr. Joannie DeBrito weigh in. Plus, John and Danny offer help for parents who feel discouraged or burned out. 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Alive to Thrive https://www.focusonthefamily.com/alive-to-thrive Counseling Consultation https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/ The Stranger in Your House https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-stranger-in-your-house/#refcd=996505 Is Your Teen Depressed? https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/is-your-teen-depressed/ A Teen Suicide Attempt Can Rock the Whole Family https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/a-teen-suicide-attempt-can-rock-the-whole-family/ If you have listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
What Causes Depression in Teens?
September 11, 2020 • Guests: Lacey Sturm, Dr. Joannie DeBrito
John and Danny discuss the most common causes of depression and suicidal thoughts. Plus, they offer help for combating the spiritual component of depression. Featuring Lacey Sturm and Dr. Joannie DeBrito. 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Alive to Thrive https://www.focusonthefamily.com/alive-to-thrive?refcd=996505 Counseling Consultation https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/ Do Your Children Suffer from Depression? https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/do-your-children-suffer-from-depression/ The Reason https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-reason-how-i-discovered-a-life-worth-living/#refcd=996505 What Your Kids Need Most to Grow Up Well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1sk6nc5bbm If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
What are the Signs of Depression in Teens?
September 1, 2020 • Guests: Gregory Jantz, Dr. Joannie DeBrito
Have you wondered if your child’s behavior is normal – or something more serious? John and Danny discuss the key differences between normal adolescent behavior and depression. Featuring mental health experts Dr. Gregory Jantz and Dr. Joannie DeBrito. 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ When Your Teenager Becomes … the Stranger in Your House https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-stranger-in-your-house/#refcd=996505 Alive to Thrive https://www.focusonthefamily.com/alive-to-thrive?refcd=996505 Counseling Consultation https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/ Do Your Children Suffer from Depression? https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/do-your-children-suffer-from-depression/ What Your Kids Need Most to Grow Up Well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1sk6nc5bbm If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey
Preview
August 21, 2020
Recently, the suicide rate for teenage girls reached a forty-year high. And, during the COVID-19 pandemic, one in four young adults considered suicide. These statistics are troubling, but there’s hope for your family. You don’t have to wonder if a crisis is lurking under the surface. Teen Suicide: Knowing the Signs will help you distinguish normal teen behavior from more serious problems, like depression and suicidal thoughts. Tune in to hear expert advice and insightful stories from people who have overcome teen depression.