Season 2, Episode 2: Adult depression and suicide ideation (Trevor)

Written By Susie Gurley

This is a different episode and one that is a must-listen.  Trevor is an adult who suffers from depression and suicidal ideation.  Trevor was a middle school teacher and coach for my two oldest kids and went on to be a middle school principal.  I can tell you from personal experience that Trevor was the teacher all the kids wanted for social studies—he was young, fun, cool, and energetic.  But over the years the darkness started creeping in. Trevor helps us understand that even though a person can appear to have it all together, there is often a very different scenario going on inside. 

Trevor was at the top of his profession, being named National Digital Principal of the Year in 2021, when, for the sake of his mental health, he made a significant career move to the world of E-Sports.  His passion for teaching and reaching kids through e-sports is inspiring, and he even gives us a glimpse into how e-sports can be a great activity for many kids.

Susie Gurley

Susie Gurley is the founder and host of Just a Mom podcast. Susie's journey to becoming a mental health advocate began after her youngest son's battle with depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. She and her husband, Dan have an amazing family, including three children, a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law.

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