Ep #7: When Cyberbullying Leads to Suicide in Kids

Recent studies show that bullying and Cyberbullying plays a large part in the dramatic increase in childhood suicides in recent years. In this episode, Dr. Hess sits down with Dianne Grossman, the mother of Molly Grossman, a beautiful young girl who died by suicide at the age of 12 in 2017. Molly was bullied relentlessly both on school grounds and on social media. While still in the early stages of grief Dianne started the organization Molly’s Army which strives to educate children, parents, teachers, school administrators, and the community at large about the devastating effects of Cyberbullying.  Thanks for taking the time out of your busy day to take a listen! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes and please consider leaving a review as it helps me know how I’m doing and what you want to hear about. I’d love to hear from you.  You can find complete show notes and links to all resources discussed in this episode HERE. 

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Pediatrician, child safety expert, and founder of PediMom.com sits down with other professionals, parents, and kids to discuss all things child safety related in this eye-opening and educational podcast. She covers the everyday dangers children face to the life altering tragedies that change families forever, and everything in between. Here you will laugh, cry, learn, and become empowered to keep your child as safe as possible in the busy, complex, and ever-changing world.