Mental Health News
Netflix Show on Suicide Draws Doctor Disapproval
Netflix show on suicide draws doctor disapproval Some say series sends wrong message to teens USA TODAY US Edition 21 May 2018 Jayne O’Donnell BETH DUBBER/NETFLIXThe executive producer of “13 Reasons Why” says the show tried to present a “truthful portrayal” of teen suicide. Medical experts said Netflix and creators of the second season of […]
The Codey Fund is Helping Combat Teen Suicide
There is a growing epidemic in the state of New Jersey that desperately needs the attention of us all. From 2007 to 2014 the suicide rate of 10 to 14-year-olds doubled, surpassing the death rate from car crashes. From 2006 to 2014, the suicide rate among 15 to 19-year-olds experienced a 64 percent increase. These […]