Globally, one in seven
10 to 19-YEAR-OLDS struggle with mental health. access to mental health care and support helps youth on their journey from adolescence to adulthood.

Based on the Esquire article of the same name, The Girl from Plainville is inspired by the true story of Michelle Carter’s unprecedented ‘texting-suicide’ case. The limited series explores complex themes involving suicide and mental health.

Know someone who is struggling?

If you are struggling or know someone who is, remember that help is always available.
Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK, or text TALK to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.

You can also learn more about suicide, and suicide prevention, from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).

THE MENTAL HEALTH
STORYTELLING COALITION

Littleton Road is a member of the Entertainment Industry’s Mental Health Storytelling Coalition which understands that media and storytelling can influence our perceptions of and reactions to mental health needs.

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Based on the Esquire article by Jesse Barron, The Girl From Plainville stars Elle Fanning as Michelle Carter and is inspired by the true story of Carter’s controversial “texting-suicide” case. We have provided a list of resources and organizations to encourage conversation, engagement and support around and for mental health needs.

Charitable
giving

LRP recognizes the professionals, communities and institutions which advance our understanding of and access to mental health support and resources. These organizations build resilience among vulnerable populations and destigmatize mental health, encourage outreach, conversation and assistance for anyone who needs it. We have made charitable donations to the following organizations in support of BIPOC communities and their mental health needs.

THE COALITION OBJECTIVES ➤

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Don’t be afraid to ask

According to AFSP, research on suicide shows that the best thing you can do if you’re worried about someone is to ask them directly: “Are you thinking about suicide?” And then connect them to help. AFSP has more resources to help you help others, as well as resources for survivors of suicide loss.

AVAILABLE
RESOURCES

Use links to get to the support, information and resources on mental health and suicide prevention.

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It’s important to have ongoing open, honest conversations about mental health. You can find guidance on how to have a #RealConvo HERE, including general tips, how to talk to someone you think may be considering suicide, how to tell someone you need support, and how to have a caring conversation with someone who’s lost a loved one to suicide.
As a parent, you can approach suicide prevention in the same way you do other safety or health issues for your children. By educating yourself, you can learn what puts kids at greatest risk for suicide – and what protects them most strongly. Learn more HERE.
Find experienced volunteers who can provide personal support for suicide loss. Learn more HERE.
For young adults, having a conversation about mental health might be uncomfortable, but it can make all the difference. SEIZE THE AWKWARD offers videos, suggestions for conversation starters from top social media influencers, fun social shareables, and more.
Change the conversation around mental health. ACTIVE MINDS reduces the stigma surrounding mental health, creating communities of support, and saving lives.
LEARN MORE about mental health, stress and anxiety and access tools and resources to cope.