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Uncorking a Story Podcast
Released 2/22/22 - Uncorking a Story Podcast with Host Michael Carlon
Episode "Vulnerability is not Weakness, with Jason Reid"
Common Sense Media
Suicide prevention documentary by Jason Reid offers revealing, actionable advice.
The Progressive Magazine
“When adults tell kids that their lives are great, that they have nothing to be depressed about, and that their concerns are irrational, most kids shut down and stop confiding. I’d always presented myself as put together with my kids, but when they’re depressed this might not be the best approach.”
Formidable Men
Jason is on a mission to educate families nationwide and help young people heal. He speaks to audiences around the country about his own experience and how parents can converse with their children. about mental health to ensure every parent in the US knows how to talk to their kid about depression and suicide.
Digital Health Buzz!
The film uncovers painful truths about the lives of teens, the impact of unfettered access to internet and social media, and the shocking rise of depression among America’s youth, especially now due to the pandemic.
Your Teen Media
Jason Reid is the father of a 14-year-old boy who died by suicide. Monique Hebert is a suicide attempt survivor will share their stories.
Yes! Weekly
Jason Reid, a Southern California father whose youngest son Ryan killed himself in 2018, which galvanized him into examining and combating this tragic phenomenon tirelessly.
Cleaning Up The Mental Mess With Dr. Caroline Leaf
A father’s journey to understand & heal after his child’s suicide + signs someone you know is suicidal and how to help.
HollyWood Times
He uncovers painful truths about the lives of teens, the impact of unfettered access to internet and social media, and the shocking rise of depression among America’s youth.
Alliance of Women Film Journalists
Cinema Libre Studio’s gutting documentary, Tell My Story, details the clues and the searching for answers regarding the life of a teenage boy, and the whys of his shocking death.
Parentology
Then one evening he received a text message from his youngest son, Ryan. “He said, ‘Goodbye,'” Reid recalls in the documentary Tell My Story. “It essentially said, ‘Dad, it’s not your fault. I love you.
California Life HD
The New documentary “Tell My Story” spotlights a grieving father, Jason Reid, seeks answers after his 14-year-old son Ryan dies by suicide.
It was a seemingly perfect evening until they got a text message from their son, Ryan. It was 11:03 p.m., a time now burned into Reid’s memory. In the message, the teen expressed his love and his goodbye.
The Marin Post
The film is a very powerful call to address and reduce teen suicide. Reid’s specific goal is to end teen suicide by 2030.
HR Lift Off
Jason Reid is an entrepreneur, husband, father, and activist on a mission. Listen to his tragic story and how he is fighting to help others.
Motherhood Moment
A grieving father, Jason Reid, seeks answers after his 14-year-old son Ryan dies by suicide. He uncovers painful truths about the lives of teens, the impact of unfettered access to internet and social media, and the shocking rise of depression among America’s youth.
Film Review: Dove.org
Tell My Story grippingly and emotionally deals with the subject of suicide and is guaranteed to bring a tear or two to your eyes at some point. However, it is a captivating and very-effective documentary in explaining helpful hints to prevent it in the lives of others, especially teens.
Film Review: KPFK Film Club
The loss of a child, particularly through suicide, is almost inconceivable…a nightmare. So a film that might help you prevent that tragedy would be something important.
PODCAST: StartEdUp with Don Wettrick
Jason Reid is on a mission to end teen suicide. Obviously this is a big goal, but Jason doesn't want other families to know the pain of losing a child.
PODCAST: Parenting Teens with Pam Hardy
“Tell My Story” — Jason (Jay) Reid is doing just that; telling his son, Ryan’s story. Ryan took his life when he was 14, leaving two Post-It Notes: one was the passcode to his computer; the second said “Tell My Story.”
ASHLYN REID: The Mission to End Teen Suicide by 2030
We can spend every waking moment with a loved one and still not know a single thing about them.
One in Five Minds: A Parent’s Guide To Battling Teen Suicide
A suicide epidemic currently exists among teens. What can you do as a parent to spot the signs of depression, as well as talk to your child about bullying and suicide? There are actually some simple steps you can take as a parent to help battle teen suicide.
PODCAST: My Wakeup Call with Dr. Mark Goulston
Join us as we hear entrepreneur Jay Reid talk about the worst wakeup call you can receive... a phone call from someone breaking the news to you that your 14-year-old son has hung himself.
PSYCHOLOGY TODAY: Teen Suicide Prevention -- How To Innoculate Your Kids
Jason Reid has been running a one-person campaign to prevent other parents from suffering the devastating loss he experienced.
ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER: “Tell My Story”
After Murrieta teen’s suicide, his father is on a mission to prevent more deaths.
LA WEEKLY: Who Is Going to Save Our Kids From Depression?
Last year, my son was killed. His murderer is still out there, preying on people of all ages but on teens in particular. You may think your loved ones are safe. I thought the same. And I was wrong. I hope you can learn from my experience.
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