April 18, 2025
In Conjunction with the North Springs partnership with Vox ATL.
In this special podcast, hosted by Axel Pearson from North Springs High School, various guests, including Aniya McKenzie, Tatiana Plummer, and Imani Shine, along with contributions from Jordyn Newsome, Sergio Moreno, and Alexis Justice, discuss the misconceptions surrounding mental health among teens.
The conversation delves into personal experiences with Attention Deficit Disorders and self-harm, the impact of COVID-19 on mental health awareness, and the difficulties of open communication between parents and teens. The episode emphasizes the need for sensitivity and understanding in addressing mental health issues.
Link to listen:
North Springs High School Students Speak Out About Mental Health Misconceptions [PODCAST] – VOX ATL
Production and Art Credits:
Aniya McKenzie
Alexis Justice
Axel Pearson
Imani Shine
Isaac Carter
Jordan Bartlett
Jordyn Newsome
Kaydence Gaither
Sergio Moreno
Tatiana Plummer
Music Credit:
Warm Acoustic By OctoSound
Melancholy LoFi By cleanmindsound
Chill Lo Fi By fatbunny
Chillax LoFi By deepersound
All songs royalty-free, sourced through Envato.
Resources:
For more resources about mental health topics and some how to balance living with the ins and outs of big emotions, visit the following sites!
Free Your Feels GA is a mental health awareness campaign inspiring teens to speak up, listen with care, and connect — and to help!
988 Lifeline provides free confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
Silence the Shame hosts events for youth (teens and college students) to feel empowered and educated on mental health and wellness.
Editor’s Note: The views and opinions expressed in these podcasts are solely those of the creators and participants. They do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of North Springs High School.
