Summary
A high school teacher's supportive note helped a student named Leia Rivera during a difficult time. The student shared the note's impact on her mental health on TikTok, and the story went viral. Data shows a rise in anxiety and depression among teenagers in the U.S.
Key Facts
- A student named Leia Rivera received a heartfelt note from her geometry teacher, Mr. Brock, when she was struggling with personal issues.
- Rivera shared the note on TikTok, where it gained over 680,000 views.
- Mr. Brock's note reassured Rivera that she was not alone, sharing personal insight from his own family experiences.
- Rivera was battling anxiety and depression, feelings reportedly increasing among U.S. teens from 2016 to 2022.
- The note had a lasting positive impact on Rivera, highlighting the importance of supportive school staff.
- When Rivera later had Mr. Brock as her teacher again, he praised her progress.
- Rivera, now a college student, aspires to work in sports media and promote mental health awareness.
