Susie’s Take: My conversation with Coach Jareem Dowling, Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, Kansas State University

Written By Susie Gurley

*WARNING–This episode contains explicit talk about suicide and methodology.*

Coach Jareem Dowling doesn’t hold anything back as he talks about losing his brother to suicide, the beginning of his own mental health battle, and his quest to get help. I first learned about Coach Dowling’s transparency about his mental health when my son-in-law sent me this article: https://www.kstatesports.com/news/2023/5/15/the-man-behind-the-phone.aspx.

Grab your tissues and listen to this extremely difficult but heartfelt episode. 

Susie Gurley

Susie Gurley is the founder and host of Just a Mom podcast. Susie's journey to becoming a mental health advocate began after her youngest son's battle with depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. She and her husband, Dan have an amazing family, including three children, a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law.

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