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*Trigger Warning* This episode talks about suicide and self harm.

The I'm Glad You Stayed Project was started in honor of Dylan Salge in 2021. In this episode, Dylan's mom, Micki, talks with Abbey about Dylan's struggles, the night he was found, his organ donations, her experience with grief, and feelings about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project. She shares very intimate details about her family's personal journey after Dylan's suicide, over three years ago. We are grateful for Micki's honestly and graciousness in sharing Dylan's story.

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If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. We see you trying and we are so glad you stayed.

To learn more about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, visit us at www.imgladyoustayedproject.org and find us on Instagram (@imgladyoustayedproject); Threads (@imgladyoustayedprojec); Facebook (@imgladyoustayedproject); TikTok (@imgladyoustayedproject); and LinkedIn (I'm Glad You Stayed Project).

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Karen Smith, an Iowa Mental Health Advocate and mother of two, joins Abbey and Dottie to discuss parenting children with mental health struggles. Dottie and Karen are brutally honesty about their struggles, mistakes, and lessons learned from raising children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. We hope that other parents are able to listen to this podcast and realize that they are not alone and, hopefully, see themselves in these stories!

Most information about Karen Smith can be found on Facebook.

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If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. We see you trying and we are so glad you stayed.

To learn more about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, visit us at www.imgladyoustayedproject.org and find us on Instagram (@imgladyoustayedproject); Threads (@imgladyoustayedprojec); Facebook (@imgladyoustayedproject); TikTok (@imgladyoustayedproject); and LinkedIn (I'm Glad You Stayed Project).

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A few of the I'm Glad You Stayed Project Ambassadors (Madison, Robert, Olivia, and Gavin) sit down with Abbey to discuss what teens need from their parents regarding their mental health.

Support the show

If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. We see you trying and we are so glad you stayed.

To learn more about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, visit us at www.imgladyoustayedproject.org and find us on Instagram (@imgladyoustayedproject); Threads (@imgladyoustayedprojec); Facebook (@imgladyoustayedproject); TikTok (@imgladyoustayedproject); and LinkedIn (I'm Glad You Stayed Project).