In Episode 15: Sensitive Content Warning Craig shares his experience as a father and the impact of his daughter's suicide. He emphasizes the importance of being present and engaged in your children's lives, focusing on their mental health and well-being. Craig also discusses the role of social media in bullying and the need for open conversations about mental health and suicide. He highlights the importance of providing a safe space for children to talk without judgment or criticism. Craig's story serves as a reminder that no matter how strong the parent-child relationship, teenagers may still keep information from their parents. He encourages parents to be involved, ask questions, and be aware of the challenges their children may be facing. The conversation covers various topics related to mental health, parenting, and suicide prevention. Craig emphasizes the importance of educating children about mental health and teaching them how to deal with bullying and discrimination. He also discusses the need for open and honest conversations about identity and the challenges faced by non-binary and transgender individuals. Craig shares his personal experience of coping with the loss of a child to suicide and highlights the importance of being proactive and providing guidance to children. He encourages parents to be present and supportive, even in the face of their own grief. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of VeeFriends in promoting mental health and providing messages of guidance and support.

Takeaways from Episode 15:

• Be present and engaged in your children's lives, focusing on their mental health and well-being.
• Create a safe space for your children to talk without judgment or criticism. Be aware of the challenges your children may be facing, including bullying and the impact of social media.
• Have open conversations about mental health and suicide, especially with teenagers.
• Understand that even with a strong parent-child relationship, teenagers may still keep information from their parents. - Educating children about mental health and teaching them how to deal with bullying and discrimination is crucial.
• Open and honest conversations about identity and the challenges faced by non-binary and transgender individuals are necessary.
• Being proactive and providing guidance to children is essential in promoting mental health and preventing suicide.
• Parents should be present and supportive, even in the face of their own grief.
• VeeFriends can play a role in promoting mental health and providing messages of guidance and support.

Jump to Content 00:00 Introduction and Background 11:48 Creating a Safe Space for Open Conversations 32:30 Craig's Desire to Make a Difference 41:17 The Conversation Around Suicide 50:05 The Importance of Proactive Parenting 58:02 Supporting Children through Grief and Loss 01:06:00 The Role of VFriends in Promoting Mental Health

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Broadcast on:

30 Apr 2024