Mental health is a national crisis for many groups of Americans - including our young people. 1 in 4 college students suffers from depression and high school students are having more and more mental health issues thanks to a more connected world, academic and social pressure. Yet resources to help those suffering mental health issues are not readily available.

In our first episode of Season 2, we talk with mental health advocate and "first-aider" Reggie Burton. We discuss Reggie's personal story with his son and mental health and the overall issue facing today's young people and our society as a whole.

Reggie Burton’s career includes many diverse titles, including professional journalist, NFL Public Relations Alumni, Casino industry communications executive, business owner, entrepreneur, non-profit board member, and now the newest title, Author.

His book, titled This is Depression, is a personal story after losing his son to depression and suicide. Determined to use grief as a powerful tool for change and removing the stigma associated with mental health, Burton wrote the book to honor his son, Avery Burton who suffered a major depressive episode in 2017. In the process of healing, he rediscovered his passion for storytelling and helping others find their voice.

Burton discusses his journey, the loss of his son, and how he's turned tragedy into a mission to help as many young people as he can with the Avery Burton Foundation.

Make sure to check out the foundation on social media: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. 

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