Year: 2018 Source: Evanston, IL: Author, 2018. 74 p. SIEC No: 20180140

KEY FINDINGS
1. 13 Reasons Why resonated with teens and young adults, and they felt it was beneficial for them and people their age to watch.

2. 13 Reasons Why provided teens, young adults, and even parents with information about various difficult topics.

3. Adolescents and young adults reported seeking information about the tough topics following exposure.

4. While there were graphic and intense scenes in the show, teens and young adult viewers were generally not opposed to the way the show dealt with these tough topics.

5. Viewers of 13 Reasons Why reported helping others and engaging in other empathetic behaviors after watching.

6. Watching 13 Reasons Why supported conversation.

7. Individual characteristics of the viewers influence their responses to the show.

8. Beyond the Reasons was a good start… but further support and resources are requested.