1. We don’t want you to fix us. We want you to listen.2. Mental health isn’t a phase that we are going to snap out of. Trust us when we say we needhelp.....--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho

Episode 2 - Season 4 - 2023 Update

Jul 31st, 2023 9m 27s

An update of where we have been, what’s going on and where we are going.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/support

Episode 1 - Season 4 - 10 things I wish my parents knew about my depression

Feb 8th, 2023 12m 56s

1. I feel so guilty for hurting you and being a “problem.”I’ve seen the pain on your face. I know I’ve hurt you, and I know I’ve caused you extra work and stress. I sometimes feel guilty and selfish for being depressed. Just remind me you love

Episode 3 - Season 3 - September 1st 2022 - A Letter from a father and suicide loss survivor

Sep 2nd, 2022 6m 8s

In today's episode, I will read a letter written following the loss of our son JJ to suicide.A letter from a father and suicide survivorJJ was my first child. He wasn’t your typical 12 year old. He was smart, energetic, goofy. A straight-A st

Episode 2 - Season 3 - Steps to take after a teen suicide attempt

Aug 15th, 2022 9m 20s

1. Understand the Treatment Plan2. Avoid Unhelpful Reactions3. Handle Your Teen’s School4. Keep Your House Safe5. Encourage Healthy Lifestyle Choices6. Warning Signs of Another Teen Suicide Attempt7. Get Counseling for YourselfWe hope yo

Episode 1 - Season 3 - How teens who are struggling with their mental health can help themselves and others

Jun 26th, 2022 9m 42s

How to help themselves1. Asking for help when dealing with a mental health issue is a sign of strength.2. Living a healthy lifestyle helps keep your mind balanced.3. You have power.4. There are tons of different coping skills for managing m

Episode 5 - Season 2 - Having the How-you-doing? conversation with your teen

Sep 3rd, 2021 11m 14s

Here are four things to keep in mind when having that ‘how-you-doing?’ conversation with your teen and to show that you are always there for them.1. Encourage them to share their feelings2. Take the time to support them3. Work through confli

Episode 4 - Season 2 - Teenage Anxiety and tools to help

Aug 2nd, 2021 24m 43s

Key Points to think about when discussing teenage anxietyEmotions have three parts: thoughts, physical feelings, and behaviors. These parts are interconnected, and any of those parts can be a trigger that starts the anxiety cycle.Anxiety,

Episode 3 - Season 2 - The Male Perspective – Differences Of Depression Symptoms In Men

Jun 19th, 2021 16m 47s

Why don’t men talk about mental health?Societal expectations and traditional gender roles play a role in why men are less likely to discuss or seek help for their mental health problems. We know that gender stereotypes about women – the idea t

Episode 2 - Season 2 - Where we have been and where we are going

May 25th, 2021 12m 1s

I know I know it's been a while but we are back and look forward to talking to you all more.May 25th we will be presenting the Smedberg Leadership award to 11 deserving middle school studentsMay 26th JJ would be graduating from Sheldon High S

Episode 1 - Season 2 - Help for your teen during the pandemic

Feb 13th, 2021 11m 16s

1. Explore alternative celebrations - for now2. Be empathetic3. Stick to a school schedule4. Embrace technology5. But also unplug6. Follow teens’ lead on shared activities7. Watch for signs of depression8. Tap into their altruistic natur

Episode 13 - End of 2020, End of Season 1, and looking ahead to 2021

Dec 30th, 2020 4m 58s

We would like to thank everyone who turned into the podcast this year. We hope for an even more productive 2021. We love each and every one of you.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-foundation/suppor

Episode 12 - What to do if someone you know is suffering a mental health crisis

Dec 14th, 2020 7m 21s

If someone you know is suffering a mental health crisis1. Identifying a Mental Health Emergency2. Try to De-Escalate the Situation3. Call 911 or a Hotline4. Stay With the Individual If Possible5. Help Them Get the Follow Up Care They Need

Episode 11 - Seven things to help your teens mental health

Nov 29th, 2020 9m 34s

1. Get Enough Sleep and Eat Well2. Exercise Each Day3. Encourage them to share their feelings4. See Your Doctor as Needed5. Spend Time With Friends6. Find a Purpose7. Take Time for Yourself--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters

Episode 10 - How to help a suicide loss survivor

Nov 15th, 2020 10m 12s

In this episode, we discuss ideas that you can use to help you help a suicide loss survivor through their grief. We hope you find these suggestions helpful. Thank you for listening.Admit That You Don’t Know What to Say.Don’t Give the Person

Episode 9 - How to talk to your kids about suicide (By age group)

Nov 6th, 2020 14m 26s

Preschool-Kindergarten: Stick to the basics.Ages 7 to 10: Give short, true answers.Ages 11-14: Be more concrete.High school: Not if….whenCollege: Check-in.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jjs-hello-found

Episode 8 - Ten Warning Signs of Teenage Mental Illness

Oct 19th, 2020 9m 45s

10 Warning Signs of Teenage Mental Illness1. Feeling Very Worried, Sad, or Angry2. Extreme Mood Changes3. Not Caring About Physical Appearance4. Changes in Eating or Sleeping Habits5. Change in School Performance6. Isolation or Loss of In

Episode 7 - Seven things not to say to people with depression

Oct 5th, 2020 8m 52s

#1 “Other people have it worse.”#2 “You can choose to be positive.”#3 “You’re always such a complainer.”#4 “Maybe if you just got out more…”#5 “Everyone is sad sometimes.”#6 “You’d feel better if you focused on something else.”#7 “Have yo

Episode 6 - Nine ways for parents on how to assist their children with online bullying prevention

Sep 21st, 2020 9m 23s

Did you know that over ½ of teens have experienced being bullied online?59% of U.S. teens have personally experienced at least one of six types of abusive online behaviors.42% of teens say they have been called offensive names online or via t

Episode 5 - Parents make sure to look for these 3 Teen Bullying Signs

Sep 7th, 2020 7m 23s

Parents make sure to look for these 3 Teen Bullying SignsTeen Bullying Signs Beginning at SchoolSchool is where young people spend the most time together, and it’s where a lot of bullying between same-aged peers is likely to start. Even in ca

Episode 4 - Teen suicide a serious issue

Aug 24th, 2020 9m 35s

Suicide and our teensIt’s the second-leading cause of death for young people aged 10 to 24. This means that more middle school, high school, and college students die by suicide than they do from cancer, heart disease, pneumonia, AIDS, influenz

Episode 3 - How is your teen coping during COVID-19? Should you be worried?

Aug 9th, 2020 7m 37s

How is your teen coping during COVID-19? Should you be worried?Check in with your teen often to discuss how they're feeling and managing, and watch for signs of mental health struggles. Keep in mind that these signs are not the same for every

Episode 2 - Teens and Mental Health: What is Normal Behavior?

Jul 31st, 2020 8m 30s

Growing up is hard, increased responsibilities are stressful, and emotions are difficult to manage. One would be hard-pressed to find an adult who manages their responsibilities, emotions, and relationships in a healthy way 100 percent of the t

Episode 1 - February 11th 2016

Jul 21st, 2020 26m 49s

In this episode JJ’s Hello Foundation president and JJ’s dad talks about the worst day of his life and what the goal of JJ’s Hello Foundation is. This episode contains descriptive information about the night surrounding JJ’s death so please lis

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Say Hello Save a Life Podcast Trailer

Jul 10th, 2020 3m 7s

Welcome to the Say hello Save a life podcast. Hello my name is Josh Anderson I am the president and co-founder of JJ’s Hello foundation a youth mental health and suicide prevention foundation created following the loss of our 12 year old son

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