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Do you know what to look for when a student is self-harming?
In episode 28, we talk about the signs of self-harm and why teenagers choose it over other ways to deal with their emotions (00:18). Listen for action steps you can take to help. Then don’t miss the conversation about the latest TikTok trend that impacted school campuses all over the country, “Devious Licks” (12:56). Tell us about your own experience with TikTok trends in the comments! Also, make sure you get a copy of the Ultimate Adult Guide to TikTok (20:20).
In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:
- Crisis Text Line: How to Deal with Self Harm
- USA Today: Devious licks TikTok challenge encourages students to steal soap dispensers and COVID tests
- HITC.com: TIKTOK’S SHOCKING SCHOOL CHALLENGES LIST 2021 REVEALED
- The Ultimate Adult Guide to TikTok
- Teen Life Podcast Episode 1: Boundaries & TikTok
- Podcast Music: Luke Cabrera
*Please Note: The examples of damage done by the Devious Lick challenge were removed by TikTok administrators.
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Karlie Duke
Communications Director

Chris Robey
Former CEO
Karlie Duke | Director of Communications
Karlie has always had a heart for teenagers. Through her role at Teen Life, she loves to showcase the amazing stories coming out of Support Groups, but she is especially passionate about helping adults and teenagers find connection. Karlie has a BS in Communications with a minor in Family Studies from Abilene Christian University.
Chris Robey | Former CEO
Chris has spent most of his career empowering teenagers from all backgrounds. As the former leader of Teen Life, he is passionate about helping students make good choices while also giving adults the tools they need to communicate more effectively with teens. Chris is a graduate of Midwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree in Family Life Education from Lubbock Christian University.