How Parents Can Support Youth Mental Health | Deanna Simonson | TEDxYoungstown

NOTE FROM TED: This talk contains a discussion of suicidal ideation and self-harm. If you are struggling, please consult a mental health professional and/or support organization, as this talk is not a substitute for mental health advice.

Youth suicide has increased 48% in the last 10 years. We need to re-establish relationships with our children to help them end the pain they are in. Deanna Simonson, a mother of ten, focuses on strengthening family bonds and addressing the teenage mental health crisis. An expert in life coaching and Love and Logic parenting, she's worked with clients like Target and Lifetime Fitness, customizing her sessions. She aims to enhance personal and family relationships.

Simonson highlights parenting as crucial in preventing youth suicide, noting a 48% rise in adolescent suicide rates over a decade. She stresses the importance of rebuilding connections with our children, making them feel seen, heard, and loved, to prevent them from resorting to suicide as a solution to their struggles. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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