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13 Reasons Why: Recovery
Learn what teens are being exposed to when it comes to recovery from the loss of a loved one, an attempted suicide, substance abuse, sexual assault, and more.
13 Reasons Why: Intervention
How do you know if someone is hurting? Join the discussion as we talk about looking for signs and the importance of intervention in the lives of teenagers.
The Unexpected Loss of a Child with Dana Gage
We all dread the unexpected, but you never think it could happen to you or your kid. In the final episode of this series on The Unexpected, Dana Gage shares the story of her youngest son, Connor Gage, and his death in 2012. 15-year-old Connor went to the lake for a birthday party and after jumping from the boat dock, did not resurface. The Gage family was completely changed from that day forward, but there is so much more to their story now! In this emotional and honest interview, Dana shares the story of their family and their continued road to healing. It has not been easy or simple, but the Gage family is striving to live buoyantly in honor of Connor. In this episode, we talk about grief, the role of social media, water safety, and supporting siblings who have lost loved ones. If you have experienced the loss of child, or are walking through life with a teen who has lost a loved one, this is the podcast for you! We invite you to join our conversation with Dana Gage.
The Unexpected of a Traumatic Injury with Tyson Dever
In this episode of this series, we are talking to Tyson Dever, author of Trauma is a Team Sport, about life after the unexpected happens. As a young adult, Tyson’s life was forever changed after a distracted driver of a fully-loaded cement truck hit his car. This car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down, and changed any plans he had for the future. However, in the midst of this unexpected tragedy comes hope and the fulfillment of lifelong dreams. Join our conversation with Tyson Dever and his co-author, Sarah Paulk, as we talk about tragedy, recovery, motivation, and the will to thrive. If you have experienced an injury or traumatic event, or are walking through life with a teen who has a similar experience, this is the podcast for you! We invite you to join our conversation with Tyson Dever.
Teen Pregnancy with Charlotte Smiley
Charlotte experienced a teen pregnancy as a teen and as a parent of a pregnant teen. Charlotte walks us through the challenges of both sides of the story.
The Unexpected Loss by Suicide with Vanita Halliburton
Vanita Halliburton’s teenage son, Grant, took his life by suicide. Now as an expert on the subject, she gives warning signs and steps to help a teen in crisis.