Ep 212: The Fight to Prevent Teen Suicide with Guest Leslie Weirich

Ep 212: The Fight to Prevent Teen Suicide with Guest Leslie Weirich

Author: Dr. Meg Meeker September 15, 2023 Duration: 40:18
In a world where childhood and adolescent suicide is an alarming concern, one mother's tragic loss drives her to become an advocate for mental health. This week Dr. Meg Meeker talks with Leslie Weirich about the loss of her son to suicide. Leslie debunks some myths about suicide and sheds light on the truth behind teen suicide prevention. In this episode, you will be able to: Gain insightful knowledge on the importance of proactive mental health awareness and its role in preventing youth suicides. Understand the critical role mental health plays in preventing child & adolescent suicides and why it should be everyone's concern. Appreciate the importance of instilling resilience in our children and how it shapes them for future challenges. TODAY’S GUEST: Leslie Weirich is a dedicated advocate for suicide prevention, sharing her powerful message for the past six years with teens, young adults, parents, and the military. Her journey began tragically when she lost her son Austin to suicide on September 10th, 2016, which also marks World Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day. She left her full-time job as a Financial Recruiter in 2020 to focus on nationwide speaking, emphasizing youth mental health, especially among young men, student athletes, and the military. Certified in various mental health programs, Leslie's advocacy includes record-breaking fundraising and keynote appearances at significant events. Connect with Leslie through her website at LesliesHope.org. Suicide Prevention Resources Help is available, speak with someone today! Call or text 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline FROM THE PRODUCER Dr. Meg just launched "Simple Discipline that Works," the ultimate course on discipline you'll ever need! If you enjoyed today's episode, kindly consider sharing it with a friend, and be sure to subscribe to remain consistently updated with our newest episodes.   OUR SPONSOR Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit!. Click here and use code 50drmeg for 50% off plus free shipping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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