While the country continues to battle the coronavirus, college health professionals are also monitoring a growing crisis among young adults struggling with mental health problems, including suicidal ideation, anxiety, and depression related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our guest on this episode is Christie Farris. Christie is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. She focuses on what brings meaning to a person’s life and how best to fulfill that potential existence. Sometimes that leads us to consider what is happening in life that blocks a person’s ability to have healthy relationships, self-acceptance, or life enjoyment. She addresses past hurts, loneliness, and the need for healing and peace. Family and couples’ relationships often have a huge impact on one’s sense of self, so she works together to address these relationships with authenticity.

For more information on Christie and her practice go to http://christiefarriscounseling.com/

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**In this episode we will be discussing suicide prevention with an emphasis on knowing the warning signs among youth. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. These services are free and confidential.**

Suicide attempt and death rates among pre-teens, teenagers and young adults have risen in the past decade and the increase among youths has outpaced all other age groups. While no teen is immune, there are factors that can make some adolescents more vulnerable than others. Now, more than ever, it has become increasingly important for parents to understand how to tell if your teen might be suicidal and where to turn for help and treatment.

Our guests on this episode are Sherry Burkhard and Jeremy Sprott. Sherry is a registered nurse and Executive Director of the non-profit Mosaics of Mercy in Magnolia, Texas. Mosaics of Mercy’s mission is to help families navigate mental health and addiction recovery. They serve the community as a hub for mental health resources, education, and hope. Jeremy is the CEO & Founder of Mental Health Solutions in Houston, Texas. Mental Health Solutions provides oversight and full-service mental health crisis management solutions through its designated crisis response team. This team will evaluate individual patients in crisis and recommend appropriate referral sources as well as provide expedited transfers to inpatient psychiatric facilities for patients needing such services.

For more information go to www.mosaicsofmercy.com or www.mentalhealthresponse.com. You can also email Jeremy at jeremy@mentalhealthresponse.com.

Equip Online is a partnership with StoneBridge Church and Mosaics of Mercy.

www.gostonebridge.com www.mosaicsofmercy.com

Today, many of us use social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram to connect with each other. While each may have its benefits, we must remember that social media can never be a replacement for real-world human connection. Spending too much time on social media can make you feel lonelier and more isolated—and exacerbate mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.

Our guest on this episode is Tessa Stuckey. Raised by two psychologists, Tessa has a natural deep interest in human interaction and genuine relationships. Now, a licensed professional counselor herself, Tessa works with teenagers and has decided to take on parenting from a new perspective. Tessa coaches and presents to parents her research on today’s teen depression, anxiety, and suicide rate focusing on parent/child connection. Tessa provides motivation and hope for families across the nation. For more information on Tessa and her practice go to https://www.tessastuckey.com

Show References:

Safe phone for kids - https://gabbwireless.com/

Bark Phone Monitoring Program - https://www.bark.us/

For the Sake of Our Youth: A Therapist’s Perspective on Raising Your Family in Today’s Culture. Available at:

Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/for-the-sake-of-our-youth-ma-lpc-stuckey/1136905104?ean=9781632992871

Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Sake-Our-Youth-Therapists-Perspective/dp/1632992876/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=for+the+sake+of+our+youth&qid=1588084551&sr=8-1

https://anchor.fm/tessa-stuckey

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