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Coping 101

Coping 101

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 Coping 101 is presented by c89.5 FM in partnership with Seattle Children's producing student-led conversations that destigmatize a range of mental health topics from a teen's perspective. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Explore more episodes and related resources at c895.org/coping101 Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Self-Help Success
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  • Coping 101: Washington Athletics

    Coping 101: Washington Athletics
    Dec 27 2025

    "One of our team physicians published a study . . . about rates of suicide in student athletes, and it came from a database that was national, not just here at the University of Washington, and looked at a ten year period in what the suicide rate was . . . Not only was suicide the second leading cause of death in student athletes, the rate of suicide . . . doubled from the first ten years to the second ten years." The Unversity of Washington is working hard to provide suicide prevention and mental health training to it's students, because even the physically strong face mental difficulties.

    UW Athletics partnered with Forefront Suicide Prevention to pioneer one of the first athlete focused suicide prevention training programs in the country. University of Washington football player, Paul Mencke Jr, volleyball players Elise Hani and Katy Wessels, and Director of Psychological studies, Dr. Kelly Schloredt, sat down with us to discuss this important athlete training that takes place off the field.

    Coping 101 is an award-winning student-led podcast from c89.5, presented in partnership with Seattle Children's, Forefront Suicide Prevention, 4Culture and other community-minded partners, where Seattle area high school students get real about mental health. Through honest conversations with peers, Artists and behavioral health professionals, they break down stigma and share tools for coping with life's challenges — because no matter your age or background, we all struggle sometimes, and there are healthy ways to cope.

    Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101

    • Forefront Suicide Prevention: https://intheforefront.org/
    • Forefront in the Schools: https://intheforefront.org/programs/forefront-in-the-schools/
    • Forefront on social: https://www.instagram.com/intheforefrontwa/
    • UW Department of Family Medicine "The Mental Health Game Plan": https://vimeo.com/1072599693
    • UW Athletics on social: https://www.instagram.com/uwathletics/?hl=en
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    31 mins
  • Coping 101: Mental Health Matters

    Coping 101: Mental Health Matters
    Oct 2 2025

    "We knew in our bones that mental health had to be woven into what was being offered in community life, just as we had done with cancer screenings or diabetes education ... we built on the same everyday tools we had used before: creating safe spaces to talk and breaking down stigma. When community takes care of each other that's when you can see changes." Building trusted individual-centric care is the first step to supporting mentally healthy communities.

    Mental Health Matters Washington believes that mental health is the foundation for well-being and overall health. This community-centric program uses evidence-backed, culturally informed strategies to educate and train Peer Mental Health Navigators that provide mental health support in their own communities. Co-Founder, Sandra Huber, and Peer Navigator, Calvin Trinh, join us to discuss how they prioritize groups and communities most impacted by behavioral health disparities, to change the stigma about mental health.

    Coping 101 is an award-winning student-led podcast from c89.5, presented in partnership with Seattle Children's, Forefront Suicide Prevention, 4Culture and other community-minded partners, where Seattle area high school students get real about mental health. Through honest conversations with peers, Artists and behavioral health professionals, they break down stigma and share tools for coping with life's challenges — because no matter your age or background, we all struggle sometimes, and there are healthy ways to cope.

    Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101

    • Forefront Suicide Prevention: https://intheforefront.org/
    • Forefront in the Schools: https://intheforefront.org/programs/forefront-in-the-schools/
    • Forefront on social: https://www.instagram.com/intheforefrontwa/
    • Mental Health Matters Washington: https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/
    • MHMW Peer Navigator Training: https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/train-to-become-a-peer-mental-health-navigator/
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    29 mins
  • Coping 101: DanceSafe

    Coping 101: DanceSafe
    Jun 24 2025
    "Harm reduction is a really useful term, but it's a bit of a misnomer. Some people are moving toward the phrase Risk Reduction. Risk is always present, but if you play a good game you can eliminate your risks entirely." This special episode of Coping 101 is hosted by Madlon, c89.5's host of Color Theory, DJ, mental health advocate, and longtime raver. DanceSafe's Richard Hartnell joined Madlon to explore the current state of affairs in the nightlife and festival scene, when it comes to responsible partying, drug policy, and the various ways we can look out for ourselves and each other. Fentanyl specifically is in the spotlight these days, as an increasing cause of overdose and death among young people. It can be dangerous, but it's also become this catch-all for drug culture. Here we cover what people should know about fentanyl, how prevalent it is, how and when to use narcan - or naloxone - and some of the common misconceptions around it. We invited DanceSafe to guide us through this loaded subject matter, as they're a drug checking, earplug slinging, party servicing nonprofit that was founded on social justice principles. Programs include drug education, sexual health and consent deep-dives, political advocacy, and event outreach. Presented by c89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club. The project destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, and is made possible with support from Friends For Life. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-relevant resources online at c895.org/coping101
    • Friends For Life: https://wafriendsforlife.com/
    • DanceSafe: https://dancesafe.org/
    • more about Madlon: https://www.madlonmusic.com/
    *This content is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners are encouraged to consult qualified health professionals regarding any health or safety concerns. DanceSafe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to support public health information. DanceSafe neither condones nor condemns drug use, instead it provides evidence based information to promote informed decisions. The information shared, including references to fentanyl test strips, Narcan training, and other harm reduction tools, is provided as part of DanceSafe's mission to empower individuals and communities knowledge through honest, non-judgmental drug education. Statements made by podcast guests or hosts may reflect personal experiences and do not necessarily represent the official views of DanceSafe. Nothing in this episode should be interpreted as medical advice, legal advice or a guarantee of safety.
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    54 mins
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