Youth Mental Health: Cyberbullying, Supremacist Violence, and Naloxone Training
I think one of the unique things about a personal experience versus an online experience is there's, unfortunately, a record of the online experience, and so kids need to understand at an early age that what they do on the internet is permanent and you can't unsend a photo.
How does the online world affect our youth's mental health? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Road to Recovery', Yonah Budd sits down with Dr. Tyler Black, an emergency psychiatrist and suicidologist, to unpack the impact of cyberbullying on young minds. Dr. Black shares practical advice for parents and teachers on how to support children navigating these challenges.
Next, David O'Brien from Yorktown Family Services discusses the alarming rise in supremacist violence and his organization's efforts to engage youth in preventing radicalization. The conversation then shifts to Sandra Clarke, who emphasizes the life-saving importance of training students to administer naloxone, a crucial step in combating overdose deaths. Yonah also brings a touch of inspiration by featuring Sara Kae, a young Indigenous artist, who talks about her journey and her empowering new song, 'Rise'.
Finally, David Carmichael of Canadians for Vanessa’s Law shares his personal story of psychosis, adding another layer of depth to the episode. This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the mental well-being of today's youth.