"A Brighter Day-Supporting Teens through the Darkness of Suicidal Thoughts and Depression" with Elliot Kallen

Elliot Kallen is a mental health advocate and founder of the charity "A Brighter Day". Elliot shares his personal journey of losing his own son Jake and how that experience inspired him to create a platform that provides resources and support for teens who are going through similar struggles.

We discuss the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and how parents can recognize warning signs and help teens access professional help. We also explore the different types of resources that A Brighter Day makes available to teens at no cost. 

Listeners will leave this episode with a better understanding of how to support teens who are struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide, and with a renewed sense of hope that a brighter day is just on the horizon. 

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are resources available to help. Here are some resources:

1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) - This free, 24/7 hotline provides support for anyone in distress and can connect you to local resources.
2. Crisis Text Line: Text BRIGHTER to 741741 - This free, 24/7 crisis support line offers help through text messaging.
3. TrevorLifeline: 1-866-488-7386 - This hotline provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth.
4. Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, press 1 - This hotline provides support to veterans in crisis and their families and friends.
5. SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - This confidential, free, 24/7 hotline provides referrals to local treatment facilities and support groups for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.
6. American Association of Suicidology - This organization provides resources for suicide prevention, education, and research.
7. The Suicide Prevention Resource Center - This center provides training, technical assistance, and resources for suicide prevention.

Remember, you are not alone and there is help available. Reach out for support and know that there is always hope for a brighter future.

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