#FeatureStory: Why "When Something Feels Off"?
I lost my 14-year-old daughter, Maddie, to suicide in 2015. I've dedicated my life to making sure no other family goes through what we did. Here's what I know: 40% of Canadian teens will face a mental health challenge. And it's starting younger than you think. I'm talking to parents of 8-year-olds. Nine-year-olds. Already struggling with anxiety. Withdrawal. Shutting down. Parents feel it in their gut. Something is off. They just can't name it. So they ask me the same three questions: - How do I know what's normal vs. what's not? - How do I talk to my teen without them shutting down? - Where do I go for help before this gets worse? Then they stay silent. Cross their fingers. Hope for the best. That's not a strategy. We give parents clarity, peace of mind, real language, practical tools, and a place to talk without shame. You're not weak for needing support. You're paying attention.