13 Ways "13 Reasons Why" Expands The Conversation On Teens And Mental Health: 6. Ever-changing Social Status And Friendships
August 06, 2017
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It's the sixth day of my list exploring the 13 ways I, as an NYC therapist who works with teens, think the Netflix drama series 13 Reasons Why expands the conversation on teens and mental health:
6. Ever-changing Social Status And Friendships
Month to month or year to year as a teen, your social status and friend group can change. This often happens without warning or a full discussion. Sometimes teens don’t realize this can change frequently–everything seems so permanent when you’re a teen. Many characters in the show struggle with how they weren’t there for Hannah, whether they were pushed away or grew apart from her. To be a friend when we are pushed away is to be a constant. It’s important to check-in even when knowing they may push us away.
