Suicide Prevention
Bozeman School District joins middle and high schools across the country in using SOS Signs of Suicide to educate students about suicide prevention and identify students in need. SOS has shown a reduction in self-reported suicide attempts by 40-64% in randomized controlled studies.
Through a video and guided discussion, students learn to identify warning signs of suicide and depression in a single class period. At the end of the session, students complete a seven-question screening for depression to further encourage help-seeking and connect students at risk with trusted adults. The curriculum raises awareness about behavioral health and encourages students to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) when worried about themselves or their peers.
Click HERE to learn more about Signs of Suicide and how parents can help.
Click HERE to access the Signs of Suicide Parent Portal.
Click here to listen to a parent's perspective, advice, and encouragement for other parents whose child might be showing signs of depression or suicidal thoughts.
The five action steps for communicating with someone who may be suicidal are supported by evidence in the field of suicide prevention.
Advice for Parents
What to Do if Your Worried That Someone is Depressed or Suicidal
How to Talk About Suicide
Resources
The Help Center, in Bozeman, MT, is a 24-hour Crisis Hotline and Referral Service, nationally accredited by Contact USA and the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems. As a member of the American Association of Suicidology, we are part of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network (988). We are also a member of the Montana 211 coalition which provides referrals for human services throughout the state. We accept calls from a variety of clientele with issues ranging from suicidality, depression/anxiety to relationship/family problems. Our extensive database of resource information allows us to give appropriate referrals to inquirers on the hotline. The Help Center started as a 24 hour Crisis Hotline in 1971. To this day, we are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to assist individuals and families in sorting out problems, dealing with feelings and making decisions.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline 988 or text “start” to 741-741
Bozeman Help Center (406)586-3333
Trevor Lifeline LGBTQ+ 1(866)488-7386