Teen Stories: Accepting Help
Parenting Today's Teens
02/25/25
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It can be difficult to admit when you need help — at any age. As we hear in this episode, lots of teens at Heartlight struggle at first with accepting the support and tools that the program offers. Today, Mark chats with two young ladies who've walked through trauma and struggles with their mental health, but are learning the importance of self-care and seeking support. Meredith recounts her difficult journey through depression, substance use and coping with the loss of a parent. Her story offers hope and encouragement for families facing similar challenges — check it out!
To learn more about the Heartlight program, go to heartlightministries.org
Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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