Episode 35: BeingMe Podcast: From Struggle to Strength: Jorge Alvarez Inspiring Journey in Youth Mental Health Advocacy BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast
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In this episode of the BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health podcast, join host Dr. Taiwo Alonge as he sits down with Jorge Alvarez, a remarkable mental health activist, creator, and visionary.
Discover how Jorge transformed his struggles into a powerful platform for change, breaking cultural barriers and destigmatizing mental health conversations.
Prepare for an insightful discussion that will motivate you to embrace your journey and make a difference in the world.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Jorge's mental health journey and the challenges he faced as a college freshman at Rutgers University
Confronting cultural stigmas and misconceptions surrounding mental health in the Latino community
The transformative power of therapy and the lessons Jorge learned about coping with mental health challenges
How Jorge uses TikTok to create safe, empowering spaces for youth to discuss mental health openly
Jorge's impactful collaborations with MTV and other organizations to promote mental health awareness and advocacy
Practical advice for teens looking to get involved in social impact and mental health advocacy
About BeMe
BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In Mind™ — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of digital media, live support, and clinical care.
The BeMe app is available for download on Google Play and the App Store.
Teen Mind Matters is a BeingMe podcast and a BeMe Studios Production for BeMe Health. All Rights Reserved. All Rights Reserved. © BeMe, Inc 2024
In this episode of the BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health podcast, join host Dr. Taiwo Alonge as he sits down with Jorge Alvarez, a remarkable mental health activist, creator, and visionary.
Discover how Jorge transformed his struggles into a powerful platform for change, breaking cultural barriers and destigmatizing mental health conversations.
Prepare for an insightful discussion that will motivate you to embrace your journey and make a difference in the world.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Jorge's mental health journey and the challenges he faced as a college freshman at Rutgers University
Confronting cultural stigmas and misconceptions surrounding mental health in the Latino community
The transformative power of therapy and the lessons Jorge learned about coping with mental health challenges
How Jorge uses TikTok to create safe, empowering spaces for youth to discuss mental health openly
Jorge's impactful collaborations with MTV and other organizations to promote mental health awareness and advocacy
Practical advice for teens looking to get involved in social impact and mental health advocacy
About BeMe
BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teens In Mind™ — to improve teen well-being by bringing together the best aspects of digital media, live support, and clinical care.
The BeMe app is available for download on Google Play and the App Store.
Teen Mind Matters is a BeingMe podcast and a BeMe Studios Production for BeMe Health. All Rights Reserved. All Rights Reserved. © BeMe, Inc 2024
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