A series has the nation talking and school officials all over the country are joining the discussion, sending emails to parents warning them about "."
The drama, which debuted in March, is based on a . In 13 episodes, it details a teen girl鈥檚 suicide and tackles issues including bullying and rape.
While the series has been widely successful and is renewed for a second season, it has also sparked fierce controversy. Mental health counselors and school officials have questioned whether the series glorifies suicidal tendencies and whether it has the potential to inspire copycat behavior among vulnerable teens.
Here to discuss "13 Reasons Why" and the steps local schools and mental health workers are taking to better inform families is Medical Director of the , Dr. Dan Nelson; Public Information Officer for , Tracey Carson; and Executive Director of , Susan Shelton.
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