Jeri Bisbee

This is Your Wake-Up Call

Jeri Bisbee

  • Trauma - and the Associated Health Risks with Dr. Jess, School Psychologist

Trauma - and the Associated Health Risks with Dr. Jess, School Psychologist

Monday 5th September 2022

Dr. Jess reveals how trauma affects adolescent addiction and highlights the need for better mental health resources in schools. Listen now on 'This Is Your Wake-Up Call'.
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This is Your Wake-Up Call
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Jeri Bisbee
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Unmasking Trauma: Dr. Jess on Adolescent Addiction and Mental Health

I think that trauma underlies a lot of the difficulties that we've been seeing, whether it's, you know, substance use, whether we're talking about, you know, suicidal ideation and risk for that, or you know more foundational mental health problems like anxiety and depression and those kinds of things. And then I think that those things get passed on.
What if the root of adolescent addiction lies deeper than we think? In this eye-opening episode of 'This Is Your Wake-Up Call', school psychologist Dr. Jess joins host Jeri Bisbee to shed light on the hidden connections between trauma and addiction in young people. Dr. Jess, with her extensive experience working with kids from kindergarten through high school, reveals the profound impact that early trauma can have on a child's mental health and propensity for substance use.
Through heartfelt discussions, Dr. Jess and Jeri explore the crucial need for better mental health resources in schools. They dive into the challenges faced by adolescents who often struggle to access the help they desperately need. Risk-taking behaviors, a natural part of adolescent development, are examined through the lens of underlying trauma, offering a fresh perspective on why some teens turn to substances. Dr.
Jess doesn't just highlight the problems; she provides actionable resources and insights for parents, educators, and anyone invested in the well-being of today's youth. This episode is a treasure trove of information for those looking to understand the complex interplay between trauma and addiction, and it serves as a call to action for improving mental health support in educational settings.
Whether you're a parent worried about your child's mental health, a teacher seeking to support your students better, or simply someone interested in the topic, this episode offers valuable takeaways. Tune in to hear Dr. Jess's expert advice and gain a deeper understanding of how we can better support our youth through their most challenging times.