Many factors can lead to suicide, but many suicides are preventable. We can work together to prevent suicide at the […]
Month: December 2023
Youth Suicide – What Are the Risk Factors for Youth Suicide?
A common picture of a youth at risk of suicide is a severely depressed and drug dependent young person who […]
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line is the first and only national, 24/7 crisis-intervention hotline that conducts conversations exclusively via text. Their mission […]
Mental Health and Youth Health During Adolescence
A teen’s mental health can take a hit from economic pressure, family discord, bullying and other factors. These challenges can […]
Mental Health Needs of Youth in Crisis
Youth in crisis can end up stuck in emergency departments awaiting an open treatment bed; cycle in and out of […]
Preventing Suicide
Suicide is a preventable public health problem. It’s important to learn about warning signs and risk factors, as well as […]
Youth Suicide Prevention
Youths are at risk for suicide when they are unable to resolve life’s stressors. Generally, kids who have good problem-solving […]
Volunteers at the Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line volunteers say that they gain important skills and experience by working with texters in crisis. They also […]
Mental Health in Youth and Older Adults
Youth are increasingly diagnosed with anxiety, depression and behavioral disorders. They are at high risk for suicide and at increased […]
Teens in Crisis
A teenager’s crisis can be anything from self-harm to recurring thoughts of suicide. A no-obligation assessment can help identify the […]