Episode 31: Youth At RiskEpisode 31: Youth At Risk
Stairway to Redemption
Eric Daddario shares his journey from loss to advocacy, offering insights on youth addiction and mental health.
50:40•21 Jul 2023
Youth at Risk: Eric Daddario's Mission to Guide Students Through Mental Health Struggles
Episode Overview
- Eric shares his personal experience with addiction and loss, emphasizing the importance of speaking up and seeking help
- He discusses the influence of social media and the glamorization of substance use among young people
- Eric offers insights into effective prevention tactics and the benefits of the 12-step program
- He addresses the challenges faced by student athletes and the pressure to fit societal ideals
- Eric highlights the need for compassionate support and understanding in addressing addiction and mental health struggles among young individuals
“I believe that athletes use alcohol, use drugs to really numb and dull, to mask what they're going through. Not in an injury sense, but more so in the sense of not living up to maybe the potential they have, not playing like they can, or maybe something that's going on in their life.”
Eric Daddario knows firsthand the devastating impact addiction can have on a family. After losing his brother to substance abuse, he dedicated his life to helping young people make healthier choices. In this episode of 'Stairway to Redemption', Eric sits down with host Benyi Johnson to share his journey from tragedy to advocacy. As a youth mental health and motivational speaker, Eric visits high schools and colleges, offering students and athletes a lifeline in their darkest moments.
He emphasizes the critical need for open conversations about mental health and addiction, encouraging young people to speak up and seek help. Eric also tackles the pervasive influence of social media, which often glamorizes substance use, and calls for more effective prevention and support systems. His heartfelt and candid discussion provides a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with these issues, making this episode a must-listen for parents, educators, and young individuals alike.
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