PSA

RADIO PSA PRODUCTION SCRIPT

Title: The connection bullying has to suicide Client/Sponsor:Kids in Need Length:60 seconds AirDates: November 6-November 26 Type of PSA: consequence
ANNOUNCER:	A parent’s worst nightmare is receiving that dreaded phone call about their child being involved in bullying at school.
ANNOUNCER:	Children often feel stuck in a cobweb of emotion due to childhood experiences.
ANNOUNCER:	But positive change begins at home and requires a child’s needs met continually by caring adults.
ANNOUNCER:	Research indicates bullying can lead to or worsen feelings of depression and anxiety, which can contribute to suicidal behavior.
ANNOUNCER:	Suicide is the third leading cause of death among children, resulting in more than 4,000 deaths per year.
ANNOUNCER:	10 to 14-year-old girls maybe at even higher risk for suicide.
ANNOUNCER:	If someone you know is being bullied, please call the number below
ANNOUNCER:	1-800-KID-CARE
ANNOUNCER:	This message was provided by Kids in Need, a nonprofit to educate the parents about the risk bullying poses to youth.
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