Resources for Parents
In this video created by Mayo Clinic, teens describe common signs that a teen is considering suicide and provide encouragement for communicating directly and immediately for support and safety. It also Includes suggestions for what to say to a teen who may be at risk for suicide and ways to keep them safe. Things can get better.
Forefront Suicide Prevention Center's LEARN® Saves Lives - Suicide Prevention Training for Parents/Caregivers - this webinar teaches essential skills for suicide prevention. Learn how to make your home suicide safe.
Know the Signs Pamphlet
Hope Squads - Newsletters and Family Mental Health Lessons in English and Spanish
Jason Foundation - Parent Resource Program
A Friend Asks - App
My3 Safety Planning App
Additional Trainings to add tools to your parenting toolbox:
Youth Mental Health First Aid training
QPR Training
Learn Saves Lives (recorded training for parents and caregivers)
LGBTQ Youth
College Mental Health Awareness:
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 15-17 and 3rd leading cause of death for youth ages 10-14. One of the most stressful challenges that parents often face is realizing that they will not always know when something is wrong with their child.
Did you know that 75% of all mental health conditions begin by age 24? That’s why the college years are so critical for understanding and talking about mental health. Below are resources created by NAMI, The Jed Foundation, & Mental Health America.
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