Suicide Prevention
DC Parent Brochure Eversion.pdfSuicide Prevention 101
Phases of irritability, volatile displays of anger and tears, rebelling against rules and even experimenting with drugs and alcohol can be part of the youth experience, but it is important to stay vigilant for warning signs that a child is more than moody. How do you know if you should be concerned?
• The brochure “Suicide Prevention: A Resource for Parents” includes questions parents can ask themselves to assess if their teen might be at risk of suicide and actions to take. Tips on raising resilient teens as well as resources are provided.
• The Directing Change Program, in partnership with the California Department of Education and Teen Line, is offering a series of Suicide Prevention 101 for Parents webinars and Facebook Live events. Recordings for past webinars are available in English and Spanish.
(Information provided by the Directing Change Program, emmresourcecenter.org)
If you believe a suicide is in progress or if there is an immediate emergency, call 911.
How to talk to someone who may be suicidal:
Tell them you are concerned and want to help
Ask if they are thinking about suicide and have made any plans
Take their thoughts and feelings seriously
Listen with empathy and without judgment
Don’t agree to keep their suicide plans secret
If the suicidal person is a teen, tell a responsible adult
Encourage the person to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
24/7
Teens helping teens 6 PM to 10 PM; Didi Hirsch covers during all other hours 24/7. www.teenlineonline.org
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
For LGBTQ Youth, 24/7. www.thetrevorproject.org.