A recent study by the CDC released on February 13, 2022 found that teen girls are struggling with their mental health and thoughts of self-harm significantly more than a decade ago. And while there are many factors that can be contributing to this decline including negative effects of continual exposure to social media and longstanding repercussions of isolation from pandemic, it is important for parents to take a proactive approach to strengthen their daughter(s)’ mental health.

In this episode, Quinn offers parents an understanding of:

1. What the recent research shows as to the decline of mental health of girls
2. The power of connection in improving mental health
3. Practical ways parents can protect their daughters

Mind Renewal Tip:
The more we focus outward on others, the smaller our individual problems seem

Scripture Renewal Tip:

"No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, declares the Lord." Isaiah 54:17

Link to Study: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/yrbs_data_summary_and_trends.htm

Declaration of Identity:
I am loved.
I am here for a reason.
I was created with unique purpose.
I am beautifully created. And I will see myself that way.
I am more than my emotions. I am more than my mistakes.
My story is bigger than today.
My life is a part of God’s bigger plan.
I have a future and a hope.
I will live with that in mind. J