TAGT: Why Mental Health Matters

A Conversation with Heather Lambert, Chris Thomas, and Martha Thomas

How can adults connect with students facing emotional trauma, and understand their needs in times of crisis? What can we do to help high-achieving students feel safe enough to be vulnerable and honest with adult educators? Emily Kircher-Morris hosts a live interview with Heather Lambert, a former G/T educator and counselor specializing in student trauma, and Martha and Chris Thomas, co-founders of The Defensive Line organization, which focuses on suicide prevention in young people of color. They discuss how neurodiversity and achievement impact students’ mental health and how educators can provide resources and support for students in their schools and classrooms.