'13 Reasons Why' is arguably THE most talked about series on Netflix, and certainly in recent years on any TV viewing platform.
Here is an excellent clip created by the Netflix team on how to talk to teens about watching '13 Reasons Why':
Now, as a mother of nine year old twins, and in particular my daughter who has asked me about the series, this is something that is on my radar. I have told my daughter she is too young to watch it... but I am considering introducing her to the show in doses.
Today, I was confronted by her question - again - on when she can watch. I measured my words in my reply. I said: "Well, the show is about some very grown up concepts. So, perhaps mummy can sit and watch some wutb you, but not all."
"I know, mum," she said. "It's about suicide."
I gulped but tried not to show her.
"Do you know what suicide is," I ask her.
"Yes, mum... suicide means 'killing yourself."
Just hearing my little nine year old say it winds me a little.
As I want to start to launch into why I would never, ever, ever recover if she did that, she says...
"Don't worry mummy, I will never do that. So, don't think about it or worry at all."
She skips off and I watch her run off happily in mock disdain, and I am blown away by her innocence and beauty and candour.
I am still terrified for her future, though.
What if I don't read ALL the signs someone is wanting to hurt her and she can't cope?
I can't make my brain go there, but I DO know that I will be vigilant and her friend and her mother and her greatest supporter.
Back to the series.
Suffice to say I am still wading through '13 Reasons Why' (I don't profess to be a binge watcher - more a few eps in a row person) and I am blown away by what I am reading about it so far, and how moving, engaging, and intriguing the show is as I watch each ep.
Here is the trailer:
And... the news a few days ago that a second season is in the works. Read that HERE.
The show has provoked Australian and overseas suicide prevention organisations to issue statements and warnings.
This is one from save.org - described as "one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Our work is based on the foundation and belief that suicide is preventable and everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide. Through raising public awareness, educating communities, and equipping every person with the right tools, we know we can SAVE lives."
They've come up with:
'13 Reasons Why Talking Points' as a way to navigate the discussion with teens:
'13 Reasons Why' is now streaming on Netflix Australia, New Zealand, and globally. Get it HERE.
Here is an excellent clip created by the Netflix team on how to talk to teens about watching '13 Reasons Why':
Now, as a mother of nine year old twins, and in particular my daughter who has asked me about the series, this is something that is on my radar. I have told my daughter she is too young to watch it... but I am considering introducing her to the show in doses.
Today, I was confronted by her question - again - on when she can watch. I measured my words in my reply. I said: "Well, the show is about some very grown up concepts. So, perhaps mummy can sit and watch some wutb you, but not all."
"I know, mum," she said. "It's about suicide."
I gulped but tried not to show her.
"Do you know what suicide is," I ask her.
"Yes, mum... suicide means 'killing yourself."
Just hearing my little nine year old say it winds me a little.
As I want to start to launch into why I would never, ever, ever recover if she did that, she says...
"Don't worry mummy, I will never do that. So, don't think about it or worry at all."
She skips off and I watch her run off happily in mock disdain, and I am blown away by her innocence and beauty and candour.
I am still terrified for her future, though.
What if I don't read ALL the signs someone is wanting to hurt her and she can't cope?
I can't make my brain go there, but I DO know that I will be vigilant and her friend and her mother and her greatest supporter.
Back to the series.
Suffice to say I am still wading through '13 Reasons Why' (I don't profess to be a binge watcher - more a few eps in a row person) and I am blown away by what I am reading about it so far, and how moving, engaging, and intriguing the show is as I watch each ep.
Here is the trailer:
And... the news a few days ago that a second season is in the works. Read that HERE.
The show has provoked Australian and overseas suicide prevention organisations to issue statements and warnings.
This is one from save.org - described as "one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Our work is based on the foundation and belief that suicide is preventable and everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide. Through raising public awareness, educating communities, and equipping every person with the right tools, we know we can SAVE lives."
They've come up with:
'13 Reasons Why Talking Points' as a way to navigate the discussion with teens:
If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide:
Talking points created by: SAVE, Jed Foundation
'13 Reasons Why' is now streaming on Netflix Australia, New Zealand, and globally. Get it HERE.
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