Voices of Hope: Youth Mental Health in Connecticut
The Kids In Crisis podcast delves into critical conversations on youth mental health in Connecticut, offering insights into mental health support in schools, 24/7 services for families, and emergency shelter for children in need. Each episode highlights real stories, expert advice, and resources available to ensure every child has access to care and a safe space during their most challenging times
Episodes
7 episodes
From AI Chatbots to Real Connections: Fighting the Teen Loneliness Epidemic
The podcast examines the rising loneliness epidemic among teenagers, highlighting the dangers of excessive reliance on AI chatbots like Character.AI for emotional connection, as illustrated by a tragic case of a teen's suicide. It emphasizes th...
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18:23
TeenTalk Counselor's Teen Survival Guide for the Holidays
This podcast offers ten mental health tips for teenagers to navigate the holiday season. It emphasizes managing expectations, acknowledging that the holidays aren't always perfect, and suggests strategies like limiting social media, focu...
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15:18
Attendance Counts! Helping kids with back-to-school anxiety
If your child is avoiding or refusing to attend school, this podcast is for you. On Aug 29, 2024, Kids In Crisis hosted our latest webinar in the Helping Kids Thrive series: Attendance Counts! Helping kids with back-to-school anx...
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11:05
Spotlight on Youth Homelessness
Main Themes of Today's Podcast: The state of youth homelessness in AmericaDisproportionate impact on marginalized youth groupsThe role of the foster care system in youth homelessnessLocal efforts to ...
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11:56
The Pandemic's Shadow: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis Among Connecticut's Youth
1. Main Themes of Today's PodcastThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth mental health in Connecticut and across the U.S.The critical role of organizations like Kids In Crisis in providing mental he...
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8:13
Compassionate Hearts: Caring for Animals and Children
This episode features an interview with Kirsten Mende, the Co-Founder and CEO of Lucky Dog Refuge in Stamford, Connecticut, and a dedicated Kids In Crisis volunteer. Mende discusses her passion for helping vulnerable populations, especia...
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