EPISODE · Nov 24, 2025 · 28 MIN
When the Pressure Breaks: Understanding the Surge in Youth Suicide
from It’s a Matter of Your Health with Dr. Veita Bland · host Dr. Veita Bland, MD
In this powerful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Nanette Funderburk of the SEL Group to unpack the troubling rise in suicides among young people.They discuss: • The intense pressures young people face in today’s hyperconnected world • How “protecting” kids from failure has weakened emotional resilience • Why brain development plays a major role in risky decisions • What warning signs adults must not ignore • Practical, compassionate steps anyone can take to support struggling youthThis conversation is honest, eye-opening, and full of hope — a must-listen for parents, educators, caregivers, and communities who want to keep our kids safe.Find more great content on our website www.drblandradio.com
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In this powerful episode of It’s a Matter of Your Health, Dr. Veita Bland sits down with Dr. Nanette Funderburk of the SEL Group to unpack the troubling rise in suicides among young people. They discuss: • The intense pressures young people face in today’s hyperconnected world • How “protecting” kids from failure has weakened emotional resilience • Why brain development plays a major role in risky decisions • What warning signs adults must not ignore • Practical,...
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