John Halligan's son, Ryan, died by suicide on October 7, 2003, after being bullied by classmates at school and online. He was 13 years old.
John Halligan will discuss the lessons his family learned too late regarding how to deal with bullying, cyberbullying and teen depression. Parents will be empowered with strategies to take preventive actions with their own children.
For more information on Ryan's story, visit www.RyanPatrickHalligan.org.
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The Montgomery County Health Department will provide free programming for children (ages 4 and up) during the parent forum.
This event is generously sponsored by Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman; Montgomery County Sheriff's Department; Montgomery County Health Department; and Family Services of Montgomery County.