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In this episode, I speak with President and Chief Executive Officer of SADD, Rick Birt on Navigating the Effects of Peer Pressure on Human Life. Listen as Rick discusses the stigma on mental healthand how we can use certain actions to prevent and work through emotional trauma. Embrace the dinner table conversation to set healthy boundaries, model emotional health, boost esteem, deepen relationships. If you or someone you know has been a victim of peer pressure or bulling, know that there is hope. 

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About SADD

Students Against Destructive Decisions” is a national non-profit dedicated to the safety and wellness of all students. Using 40 years of expertise to facilitate educational and engaging programming, SADD operations through school and community chapters (like student clubs) are dedicated to advocating healthy decision-making. SADD was founded on the simple philosophy that young people, empowered to help each other, are the most effective force in prevention.

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Rick Birt serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of SADD at a national level. As such, he is responsible for leading the organizational programming, outreach, development, and communication efforts, while leading the SADD National Staff.

Working closely with the Board of Directors, Rick sets and implements the strategic direction for SADD, empowering the millions of students in which SADD serves. An expert in the matters of youth health and safety, Rick has authored several publications that feature SADD’s unique form of a peer-to-peer approach that is vital to creating lasting behavior change in youth. Rick also frequents major news outlets, where he provides perspective for parents on best practices for helping their teen succeed. A SADD alumni himself, he has over a decade of prevention experience.

Previously, Rick held the position of Executive Vice President, Director of Strategic Partnership, and Development Officer for SADD. Before joining the SADD team, he led Midwest Operations as the Midwest Education Outreach Coordinator for Impact Teen Drivers.

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