The Youth Mental Health Crisis and What Parents and Teens Can Do About It: How Social Media, Sleep, and Substances Are Affecting Our Teens | E25

From my years of work with students, parents and in schools and communities throughout the country, this is a deep look into what students face today and what can be done about it. From the overwhelming impact of social media to the alarming rise in substance misuse, we’re taking a hard look at how things have changed for the younger generation and what we can do to help. We'll explore why youth mental health is at an all-time low, how sleep deprivation plays a major role in anxiety, depression, and ADHD symptoms, and how loneliness is affecting college students in ways we haven't seen before. Plus, we talk about the dangers of marijuana, the growing potency, and how the rise of pill culture is putting teens at risk. This episode is packed with insights for parents, students, and anyone who wants to understand the mental health challenges facing young people today. PLUS: - The shocking statistics behind teen sleep deprivation - Why discomfort is leading to an increase in substance misuse - The dangerous rise in marijuana potency and its effects - The hidden dangers of pills and fentanyl in teens’ lives - The importance of counseling and early intervention - How to support teens with mental health struggles AND SO MUCH MORE!! Follow A Little Crazy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alittlecrazypodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@alittlecrazypodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564371107764 Newsletter - https://www.alittlecrazy.com/ Follow David Magee Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmageewriter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/davidmageeauthor X - https://twitter.com/dmagee_writer Website - https://www.daviddmagee.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices