The Intersection of Mental Health, Substance Use & Social Media | Episode 108 with Rikki Barton

In this episode, Rikki Barton shares her extensive experience in prevention, focusing on the interconnectedness of mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention. She emphasizes the importance of data-driven decisions in prevention strategies and discusses the significant impact of social media on youth mental health. Rikki advocates for authentic youth engagement and the need for policy changes to protect young people from harmful online influences. The conversation highlights building resilience in youth and the role of adults in mentoring and guiding them towards healthier choices.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setup03:53 Rikki Barton's Background and Passion for Prevention06:48 The Interconnection of Mental Health, Substance Use, and Suicide Prevention09:41 Research Insights on Youth and Substance Use12:45 The Importance of Data in Prevention Strategies15:37 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health18:47 Understanding the Algorithms and Marketing Tactics21:33 The Need for Policy Changes in Social Media24:47 Building Resilience in Youth27:44 Final Thoughts on Prevention Strategies30:46 Parting Advice for Prevention ProfessionalsLinks:Www.onwardconsulting.bizhttps://facebook.com/onwardconsultingllc https://instagram.com/onward_consulting For feedback, questions and new episode [email protected]/vive18_