Raising Awareness
Teenage Suicide & Mental Health
Social Media Safety | Mental Fortitude | Physical Activity
“Put the pressure on Congress – Republicans and Democrats alike – to do something. Get it done this year.
Sen Lindsey Graham blasts Meta CEO over South Carolina state Rep Brandon Guffey’s teen son’s suicide after Instagram sextortion scam
NEED HELP NOW?
You are not alone.
There are people who care, who can help, and who will believe you.
If someone is pressuring or threatening you online:
Tell a trusted adult
Don’t delete the messages
Save Proof
Contact law enforcement
Call or text the hotlines
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1(888) 373-7888
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1(800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741
Depression Hotline: 1(630) 482-9696
Mental Health | Substance Abuse | Suicide Crisis
Victim of sextortion or cyberbullying
THIS IS SEXTORTION
YOU ARE
NOT ALONE
THERE
IS HELP!
If it happens:
- STOP RESPONDING
- Take Screenshots
- Tell Someone!
- Don't send more images
- Don't pay any money
- Don't respond to demands
- Don't continue the conversation
Even if you comply with demands they may carry out the threat.
It doesn't matter what has happened.
If you have been a victim, please get help.
- Report to local law enforcement | HSI & FBI may provide additional help.
- Report to the CyberTipline | www.cybertipline.org
- Call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | Call or text 988
- National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Sextortion Resources | www.missingkids.org/
'Tomorrow Needs You'
Forever 16. Walker was born on November 1, 2006, in Cleveland, Miss., to Brian and Courtney (Poole) Montgomery. He attended Starkville Academy where he excelled in academics and football. Walker enjoyed running heavy machinery and working on the farm with his family. He had an innate and boundless appreciation and love for the outdoors, and he particularly loved bow-hunting with his father.
Anyone who was lucky enough to know Waylon knew that he was an old soul who loved dogs and adults and babies.
James’ cause of death in this tragedy was by suicide. Suicide is a complicated act with a variety of causes. When discussing this with your family, it is important to discourage talking about how the suicide happened and focus on how your child feels.
Forever 17. Gavin , ‘Goop” is the inspiration of the <3 Foundation. Goop was a normal teenager just graduated high school & submitting college applications. He loved art and always wore a smile. SC HB 3583 "Gavin's Law' stiffens the penalties for sextortion and mandates awareness through school notification.
Goals of Less than Three Foundation
Raise awareness of teenage suicide and Mental Health issues. Address causing factors such Social Media, Mental Fortitude, physical activity and promotion of Gun Safety when needed.
Social Media / Technology- issues such as sextortion, bullying, algorithms, catfishing. Encourage change by major companies such as Meta, Snapchat, and TikTok. Raise awareness of issues by speaking to schools, Churches and Communities. Promote No devices in private rooms such as bedrooms, bathrooms, and keep phone use to family areas.
Mental Fortitude- address lack of mental health resources available. Provide services to encourage mental fortitude, positive affirmation, and personal acceptance. Spread the teachings of Grace that have been forgotten. Help parents understand the steps to take to help a child struggling.
Physical activity- promote sports and other physical activities to encourage our youth to unplug more and interact. Promote solo activities such as running, skating, and hiking. To change an emotion, you must create a motion. Taught to parents and students.
Gun Safety- raise awareness within Pro gun groups about how 1 instance can change your entire life. . Share statistics of suicide and how if a gun is available that time is as little as 3 minutes as opposed 20 minutes without a weapon.
