Teen Suicide and Bullying: What you need to know to save a life

More teenagers and young adults die from suicide than from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza, and chronic lung disease, COMBINED.

On tonight's show we are discussing teen suicide and bullying. Over 3.2 million students are victims of suicide each year. Of that, up to 9 percent victims of bullying are more likely to commit suicide. 

We will discuss the risk factors of teen depression, suicide, and how to help a student who is being bullied. 

Our Co-host is Erika Jones. Erika is a Master of Psychology and currently works in the field as a Psychological associate. Using methods of behavior modification, Erika works with clients who have developmental disabilities. She also has experience working with young children who have been victims of bullying and diagnosed with major depression. 

Denisha M, the host, is a Master of Psychology and behavioral specialist.