Ep.74 Jamal Givens (Up To IT)Ep.74 Jamal Givens (Up To IT)
The ARCast
Jamal Givens shares his journey from Saudi Arabia to becoming an advocate for substance use recovery and mental health support.
1:45:19•17 Oct 2023
Jamal Givens: From Saudi Arabia to Substance Use Advocate
Episode Overview
- Jamal Givens shares his journey from childhood in Saudi Arabia to navigating challenges of substance use and recovery.
- Reflects on experiences in boarding school, college, and working with youth in diverse communities.
- Insightful discussion on the impact of substance misuse and the importance of empathetic understanding.
- Encourages open conversations about mental health struggles and the significance of seeking help.
- Demonstrates dedication to helping others and making a positive impact through suicide prevention and support.
“We're always sharing with people how to recognize the signs and symptoms, at least I train on that. I'm a CIS trainer, safe talk, QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide alertness for everyone, talk, ask, listen, keep safe, and QPR (Assist) apply suicide intervention skills training. So, we'll just throw those acronyms at folks and then not know, showing people the signs and symptoms. But what I like to let people know on this, the listeners, is if you're ever hurting, it's just as important if you can to let somebody know that you're hurting, because if you don't, you leave a lot of guessing to the people around you and they may not have been trained to recognize those signs and symptoms.”
Ever wondered how a privileged upbringing in Saudi Arabia could lead to a life dedicated to helping others overcome substance use challenges? In this episode of The ARCast, Jamal Givens, host of the 'Up To It' podcast, shares his compelling story. Growing up in a culturally diverse environment, Jamal learned early on the importance of adaptability. His journey takes us through his experiences in boarding school, college, and his impactful work with youth in various communities.
Jamal opens up about the struggles he faced with substance use and the resilience it took to overcome them. He provides a candid look at the impact of drugs on individuals and communities, making a powerful case for empathy and understanding. Through his work in suicide prevention and mental health support, Jamal emphasizes the importance of open conversations about emotional struggles and seeking help when needed.
This episode is a testament to Jamal's unwavering dedication to making a positive impact in the world. Tune in to The ARCast to hear Jamal's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights into the complexities of substance use and recovery.
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