Shocking!


This documentary had my attention from the very beginning. These teens weren't bullied, they had many friends, and going by looks, and these were some beautiful young men and women, their self esteem should have been normal. I think it boils down to the simple fact that this is a horrible place to live for a teenager. It was said in the documentary that the place was fine for adults and young kids, but for keeping teens occupied and happy, it fell short. And speaking of falling short, the mental health protocols fall very short. It's unbelievable that a teenager can go to the doctor and tell them that they are suicidal, but then have to make an appointment, which could be weeks, to see someone qualified to deal with suicidal teens.
I was absolutely floored when after interviewing a mother and her son that had lost his best friend, that three weeks after that interview, he hanged himself. I can't remember his name, but had black hair, dark blue eyes, and tats...a beautiful young man who I have no doubt if he would have just hung on, his future would have been bright...and that goes for all of them. This town had a problem and it seems it's continuing. Wake up adults of Bridgend...stay on top of your kids...talk to them..if it were me and my son lived there...I would move so fast I wouldn't have time to say goodbye to anyone. I've heard that some have said they can't afford it...well, I would move and struggle than lose my kid.
Another thing I noticed is that this documentary didn't mention the school system and using it for intervention and counseling, even if it's for someone who's already graduated. This is the first time that I have seen American mental health services outshine that of England. There may be wait times on socialized medicine to see a doctor..but if it's a mental health issue, they should be seen immediately...Only the people can make these changes...too many kids have died..that's cause enough to protest and have laws changed.


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