Suicide Prevention

A High School Confronts Suicide Prevention Head-On

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Teens are susceptible to suicidal thoughts, and experts says schools are the perfect place to help address those feelings and prevent suicides. Here’s how one Virginia school that is tackling this sensitive topic. (November 14, 2018)

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Ways To Use
  • Discussion: many people are afraid to discuss suicide with their teens.  Why?
  • Research:  what resources are available in your area for helping teens deal with suicidal thoughts and depression?

Use In Your Class