Ep. 345 A Parent's Valid Frustration With the System

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In this impassioned, 22-minute episode, we continue our conversation with Chris Coulter, a father who tragically lost his teenage daughter, Maddy, to suicide. Chris speaks candidly about his growing frustration with the systems that are supposed to support struggling kids—schools, communities, and even parents who may not recognize the urgency of addressing mental health. 

With a mix of vulnerability, passion, and hard-earned wisdom, he shares what he’s learned about emotional intelligence, the importance of early intervention, and the vital role of simply listening to our children.

Chris also discusses his initiative to hold schools accountable for their mental health resources by asking the students themselves to evaluate the support they receive. His goal isn’t to assign blame but to spark real change—so that other can avoid the pain his family has experienced.

 This episode is a call to action, but it’s also a message of hope: with awareness, education, and open conversations, we can do better for our children.

https://chriscoulter-66476.medium.com/from-grief-to-growth-a-journey-of-healing-e647e426bb5e

https://www.amazon.com/WAKE-COULD-LOSE-YOUR-SUICIDE-ebook/dp/B0CQQ61F2R

https://www.thefinishlinegroup.com/emotional-wellness-blog

https://recovery.com/
https://givingvoicetodepression.com/

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