1.  We don’t want you to fix us. We want you to listen. 2. Mental health isn’t a phase that we are going to snap out of. Trust us when we say we need help. .... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/support

An update of where we have been, what’s going on and where we are going. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/support

1. I feel so guilty for hurting you and being a “problem.” I’ve seen the pain on your face. I know I’ve hurt you, and I know I’ve caused you extra work and stress. I sometimes feel guilty and selfish for being depressed. Just remind me you love me and that even if I create extra problems for you, I’m worth it. 2. Sometimes I don’t know what’s wrong. Feeling down can come on whenever — it’s unpredictable. I don’t always know what causes it, and if I don’t know how am I supposed to tell you?...

In today's episode, I will read a letter written following the loss of our son JJ to suicide. A letter from a father and suicide survivor JJ was my first child. He wasn’t your typical 12 year old. He was smart, energetic, goofy. A straight-A student who was heavily involved in school activities being in school leadership, involved in school dances and assemblies. He was an avid soccer and video game player. JJ had a large circle of friends and was the one that everyone came to with a...

1. Understand the Treatment Plan 2. Avoid Unhelpful Reactions 3. Handle Your Teen’s School 4. Keep Your House Safe 5. Encourage Healthy Lifestyle Choices 6. Warning Signs of Another Teen Suicide Attempt 7. Get Counseling for Yourself We hope you found this information helpful.  If you need more information about teenage depression, suicide or suicide loss please visit www.hellofund.org to learn more. Remember to the world you may be one person but to one person you are the world....

How to help themselves 1. Asking for help when dealing with a mental health issue is a sign of strength. 2. Living a healthy lifestyle helps keep your mind balanced. 3. You have power. 4. There are tons of different coping skills for managing mental health. 5. Surrounding yourself with people that are healthy for you makes the recovery process smoother. How to help others 1. Teens struggling with mental health issues are often misunderstood by peers. 2. Spreading awareness reduces...

Here are four things to keep in mind when having that ‘how-you-doing?’ conversation with your teen and to show that you are always there for them. 1. Encourage them to share their feelings 2. Take the time to support them 3. Work through conflict together 4. Care for yourself --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/message Support this podcast:...

Key Points to think about when discussing teenage anxiety Emotions have three parts: thoughts, physical feelings, and behaviors. These parts are interconnected, and any of those parts can be a trigger that starts the anxiety cycle. Anxiety, like all emotions, can be adaptive. It protects us from harm in dangerous situations. But, sometimes, the system goes off in the absence of real danger. This feels uncomfortable but is actually harmless as long as you don’t start actively avoiding it. ...

Why don’t men talk about mental health? Societal expectations and traditional gender roles play a role in why men are less likely to discuss or seek help for their mental health problems. We know that gender stereotypes about women – the idea they should behave or look a certain way, for example – can be damaging to them. But it’s important to understand that men can be damaged by stereotypes and expectations too. Men are often expected to be the breadwinners and to be strong, dominant, and...

I know I know it's been a while but we are back and look forward to talking to you all more. May 25th we will be presenting the Smedberg Leadership award to 11 deserving middle school students May 26th JJ would be graduating from Sheldon High School Class of 2021 My own mental health struggles and how I need to do better for myself and for everyone around me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice...

1. Explore alternative celebrations - for now 2. Be empathetic 3. Stick to a school schedule 4. Embrace technology 5. But also unplug 6. Follow teens’ lead on shared activities 7. Watch for signs of depression 8. Tap into their altruistic nature Terrill Dennis Bravender Jr MD https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/8-ways-to-help-teens-cope-social-distancing-blues --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ---...

We would like to thank everyone who turned into the podcast this year. We hope for an even more productive 2021. We love each and every one of you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/support

If someone you know is suffering a mental health crisis 1. Identifying a Mental Health Emergency 2. Try to De-Escalate the Situation 3. Call 911 or a Hotline 4. Stay With the Individual If Possible 5. Help Them Get the Follow Up Care They Need --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/support

1. Get Enough Sleep and Eat Well 2. Exercise Each Day 3. Encourage them to share their feelings 4. See Your Doctor as Needed 5. Spend Time With Friends 6. Find a Purpose 7. Take Time for Yourself --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/support

In this episode, we discuss ideas that you can use to help you help a suicide loss survivor through their grief.  We hope you find these suggestions helpful.  Thank you for listening. Admit That You Don’t Know What to Say. Don’t Give the Person Advice — With Exceptions Bring Them Necessities and Give Tangible Help Do Not Assign Blame Stick Around for the Long Haul Don’t Forget the Individual Who Died --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

Preschool-Kindergarten: Stick to the basics. Ages 7 to 10: Give short, true answers. Ages 11-14: Be more concrete. High school: Not if….when College: Check-in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/support

10 Warning Signs of Teenage Mental Illness 1. Feeling Very Worried, Sad, or Angry 2. Extreme Mood Changes 3. Not Caring About Physical Appearance 4. Changes in Eating or Sleeping Habits 5. Change in School Performance 6. Isolation or Loss of Interest in Activities 7. Complaints of Physical Maladies 8. Drug or Alcohol Abuse 9. Trouble Understanding Reality 10. Talk About Dying Mental illness is preventable.  However in most cases parents don’t bring the child in until after issues...

#1 “Other people have it worse.” #2 “You can choose to be positive.” #3 “You’re always such a complainer.” #4 “Maybe if you just got out more…” #5 “Everyone is sad sometimes.” #6 “You’d feel better if you focused on something else.” #7 “Have you tried taking vitamin D supplements?” Knowing what not to say to someone with depressive disorder is one way to be a good friend to your loved one. If you have made any of these remarks in the past, you can apologize and make the decision not to...

Did you know that over ½ of teens have experienced being bullied online? 59% of U.S. teens have personally experienced at least one of six types of abusive online behaviors. 42% of teens say they have been called offensive names online or via their cellphone. (32%) of teens say someone has spread false rumors about them on the internet smaller shares have had someone other than a parent constantly ask where they are, who they’re with or what they’re doing (21%) have been the target of...

Parents make sure to look for these 3 Teen Bullying Signs Teen Bullying Signs Beginning at School School is where young people spend the most time together, and it’s where a lot of bullying between same-aged peers is likely to start. Even in cases of cyberbullying, it’s common for the bully and bullied to know each other from school. Conflicts may arise in the school setting and later migrate to the web. When a teenager must encounter someone who is bullying them in school, it’s not...

Suicide and our teens It’s the second-leading cause of death for young people aged 10 to 24. This means that more middle school, high school, and college students die by suicide than they do from cancer, heart disease, pneumonia, AIDS, influenza, stroke, and lung disease combined. As a parent, the thought of your teen having suicidal thoughts probably sends a shiver down your spine. No one wants to believe that their adolescent will be a victim, but each day in the U.S., there are nearly...

How is your teen copin​g during COVID-19? Should you be worried? Check in with your teen often to discuss how they're feeling and managing, and watch for signs of mental health struggles. Keep in mind that these signs are not the same for everyone; different people show different signs when trying to deal with mental health challenges.​ It's normal for teens to feel sad during this time, crying sometimes because they miss their friends or because sports and musical productions were...

Growing up is hard, increased responsibilities are stressful, and emotions are difficult to manage. One would be hard-pressed to find an adult who manages their responsibilities, emotions, and relationships in a healthy way 100 percent of the time. The pressures of responsibilities, emotions, and relationships can be particularly intense among teens and young adults, as they have not learned how to manage many difficult aspects of life at their young age. Also, their brains are still...

In this episode JJ’s Hello Foundation president and JJ’s dad talks about the worst day of his life and what the goal of JJ’s Hello Foundation is. This episode contains descriptive information about the night surrounding JJ’s death so please listen with a friend or trusted adult. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jjs-hello-foundation/support