Generation Distress: Discussing the youth mental health crisis
WARNING: This podcast contains sensitive subject matter, including suicide and self-harm, that could be triggering for some readers.
Young people are in crisis more than ever, often asking for help, with many having trouble accessing. The Star’s Generation Distress series looks at the many issues surrounding mental health, youth and the barriers they face. Robert Cribb is an investigative reporter at the Star, and director of the Investigative Journalism Bureau at the University of Toronto. He joins This Matters to talk about this massive and important subject.
If you are thinking of suicide or know someone who is, there is help. Resources are available online at crisisservicescanada.ca or you can connect to the national suicide prevention helpline at 1-833-456-4566, or the Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868.
