Today’s guest is Chad Starr, an Army Veteran and advocate for youth mental health and suicide prevention. Chad and I talk about his time in the military, how he has taken steps to care for his own mental health, and what life has been like since transitioning out of service for him and his family. Chad also opens up about the death of their 12-year-old daughter to suicide, and the inspiring work he does now to help prevent future loss.
As a disclaimer, this episode will discuss suicide, which may be triggering for some listeners. So please remember, if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to 988 through text or talk and get help now.
Guest
Chad Starr
Youth Suicide Prevention AdvocateChad is an Army veteran, husband, father, and advocate for youth suicide prevention. He walked the perimeter of the island of Oahu to raise awareness, and will now walk the perimeter of Maui next before heading to the mainland to trek across the United States.