How To Talk to Teens About Suicide & Mental Health
Suicide touches all of us in some way. As educators, we need to be aware of and discuss mental health honestly, and openly, especially with children and teens. Everyone who interacts with students in any way plays a role as the eyes and ears of suicide prevention in schools.
Suicide Prevention: Stats & Facts
Studies show that when people tell someone they’re having suicidal thoughts, then they’re 66% less likely to attempt suicide. And if they tell their parents, they are 98% less likely to attempt suicide
Suicide Prevention: Be One Who Lived
If mental illness and life challenges have you considering taking your own life, you are not alone -- and there is hope! Here's a story that gives a glimpse of it.
Mental Health & Suicide
Suicide is a difficult subject to approach, but you can make a world of difference for helping your child if they are struggling! Remember, listening can be life-saving.