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Summary:
In 2020, gun violence became the leading cause of death for minors in the United States. Whether or not kids and teens have experienced it firsthand, the impact that guns have on all families is undeniable. In episode 101, we talk about important safety tips and how to talk with your teen about how it affects their mental health.
We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of location sharing apps and other ways your teen may be sharing their location without knowing it.
Listen to the end for our easy tip for making Easter fun for your teen.
In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources:
- Kaiser Family Foundation: The Impact of Gun Violence on Children & Adolescents
- Teen Life Podcast: Suicide | Suicide Prevention & Be Real | Snapchat
- Mashable: When do you stop sharing your location with someone?
- Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges
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About Us:
Chris Robey
CEO
Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.
Karlie Duke
Director of Communications
Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.
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