Parents Guide to "13 Reasons Why"

Parents Guide to "13 Reasons Why"

Christian parenting and mental health professionals from Focus on the Family help equip parents with an overview of topics that are graphically depicted in the Netflix series "13 Reasons Why." This podcast addresses the positive and negative effects this series has had on our nation’s youth. Parents can also download resources to help them feel prepared and confident to speak to their kids about these sensitive topics.

Recent Episodes

13 Reasons Why Episode 2: Bullying
Jan. 12, 2023

13 Reasons Why Episode 2: Bullying

"13 Reasons Why" has gained a lot of traction among young viewers. And it's opening up conversations to dig into more sensitive topics with our teens. The show's main character was bullied by her classmates, which resulted in disastrous circumstances. On today's episode, we address bullying, the impact it can have on your teen, and ways you can help him or her deal with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Reasons Why Episode 5: Rape
May 17, 2018

13 Reasons Why Episode 5: Rape

When Netflix released their program, "13 Reasons Why", it became a mega-hit with teens almost immediately. The series is a frank, realistic portrayal of the dark and frightening issues our kids are dealing with, one of which is rape. Believe it or not, rape and sexual assault affect our kids. In fact, 25% of high school girls – that's 1 in 4 – have been abused physically or sexually. And that number might actually be higher, as many cases go unreported. And victims aren't just girls. Boys experi
13 Reasons Why Episode 4: Sexting
May 17, 2018

13 Reasons Why Episode 4: Sexting

In this podcast series, we've been talking about some poignant topics related to the popular Netflix program, "13 Reasons Why." Today's episode addresses the issue of sexting. You've probably heard that term, but we'll dig a little deeper into what it is, its prevalence, its ramifications, and how you can help your teen avoid it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Reasons Why Episode 6: Suicide
May 17, 2018

13 Reasons Why Episode 6: Suicide

This is the last in our podcast series about the Netlix hit, "13 Reasons Why". We've covered the most difficult topics addressed in season one, including bullying, self-harm and sexting. They all lead up to today's subject – suicide. In the show, the culmination of events led the main character to this drastic outcome. But there are ways to prevent it. Today, we'll give you some tools and resources to offer hope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Reasons Why Episode 3: Self-Injury
May 17, 2018

13 Reasons Why Episode 3: Self-Injury

The Netflix program "13 Reasons Why" is very popular among teen viewers. While that's concerning, it does have an upside. The series is allowing us as parents to delve into more delicate topics with our teens and pre-teens. One of those topics is self-injury. It's reported that 1 in 5 females and 1 in 7 males will engage in this harmful practice. Today's episode explores the dark world of self-injury – what it is and why kids are doing it. We also want to equip you to look for warning signs and
13 Reasons Why Episode 1: Overview
May 16, 2018

13 Reasons Why Episode 1: Overview

When Netflix released their program 13 Reasons Why, it became a mega-hit with teens almost immediately. It was a frank, realistic portrayal of the dark and frightening issues our kids are dealing with. In this first episode of A Parents Guide to 13 Reasons Why podcast series, three mental health professionals will provide and overview of the topics that are graphically depicted in the show. They'll also address the positive and negative effects this series has had on our nation's youth. See omn

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