When the Help You Seek is for Yourself

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Melissa Bright, founder and executive director of the Center for Violence Prevention Research. They discuss the What's OK Helpline, a groundbreaking initiative designed to help youth with problematic sexual behaviors seek intervention and support. Dr. Bright shares insights from her research and experiences with the helpline, highlighting the surprising number of young people proactively seeking help for their behaviors and the importance of early intervention. The episode sheds light on how this service is changing narratives around youth and sexual harm, offering hope and practical solutions for prevention and support. 

Time Stamps: 

00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode 

01:28 Meet Dr. Melissa Bright 

01:40 The What's Okay Helpline: Origins and Purpose 

03:19 How the Helpline Operates 

06:22 Advertising and Demographics 

11:22 Youth Concerns and Helpline Impact 

21:32 Challenges and Misconceptions 

25:08 The Role of Social Media 

26:19 Research Insights and Future Directions 

36:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Resources:

Dr. Melissa Bright is the Executive Director of the Center for Violence Prevention Research.

Groundbreaking research on sexual harm caused by youth will strengthen prevention strategies; Center for Violence Prevention Research; March 19, 2023

What's OK Helpline

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