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Living in the Age of Teen Loneliness

teen isolation and loneliness

Our teens live in a world of unparalleled entertainment opportunities, yet they still experience disturbing amounts of teen loneliness. Every cell phone they carry doubles as a computer filled with applications, entertainment, and social media platforms. They can watch movie trailers or go to the movies with their friends. They can indulge in unlimited TV, […]

Attention Parents: January & February Are the Worst Months for Teen Suicide 

Parent comforting their teen struggling with suicidal thoughts

First off, Happy New Year. We all wish for a healthy and happy 2023 for our teens. Most people think that the Christmas Season is the worst season for suicide. Actually, it is the beginning of the year. The isolation and sadness created by exacerbated teen depression, unfortunately, begin to move into the most negative of actions […]

Celebrate Disability Pride Month

What is a Disability? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a disability is “any condition of the body or mind (impairment) that makes it more difficult for the person with the condition to do certain activities (activity limitation) and interact with the world around them (participation restrictions)”.  The World Health Organization (WHO) […]

Wrapping Up an Incredible 2021

four friends celebrating and having fun among confetti

A Brighter Day Charity is proud to say we have just finished year five of our, your, incredible charity. We have been distributing a variety of resources for teens and their parents on stress and depression with the ultimate goal being the prevention of teen suicide. Well, we are having a powerful impact, thanks to […]