Social Media & Teen Suicide: Who's Really Responsible for Our Kids?

Mental Health Trending Topics is a faith-rooted podcast exploring the conversations our culture can’t ignore. Each episode dives into today’s most pressing mental health issues — through a lens of grace, wisdom, and real-world practicality. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or person of faith navigating life’s challenges, you’ll find honest, heart-centered conversations that inspire awareness, healthy boundaries, and hope. Because mental health matters — and so does your faith.--Hey friend, welcome back to Mental Health Trending Topics!This episode is one we felt called to record — and we believe you need to hear it.We're talking about the growing legal battle against Meta and what it reveals about social media's impact on our teens. Families across the country are coming forward, sharing heartbreaking stories of depression, anxiety, and suicide — and asking one powerful question: who is responsible?We explore that question together — looking at platform design, parental guidance, and our faith-based responsibility to protect the young people in our lives. We also break down the science behind why teens are especially vulnerable, and what we as parents and leaders can do right now.One truth anchors everything we discuss: awareness plus boundaries equals health.If you're navigating screen time, digital boundaries, or simply trying to raise kids with purpose and faith in a noisy world — this episode is for you.🙏 Share this with a parent who needs it today.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Mental Health Trending Topics. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rhineruffner.substack.com