Teens, Tech & God

In this episode, Dr. John addresses the rise in teen suicide and shares an important message to help parents understand the current situation and what to do to help their teens. /// According to the Mayo Clinic, the warning signs of teen suicide include: Talking or writing about suicide. Withdrawing from social contact. Experiencing sudden mood swings. Using alcohol or drugs more frequently. Expressing a sense of hopelessness. Taking part in risky or self-destructive behavior. Changing eating or sleeping patterns. Giving away belongings for no apparent reason. The new study was published June 18, 2019 in the Journal of the American Medical Association. /// If you are concerned your child is thinking about suicide: If your child is talking about any level of distress, do not hesitate to ask them whether they’re feeling changes in their mood or level of stress, or having suicidal thoughts. Asking your child directly about suicide will not increase their risk or plant the idea. It will create an opportunity t