Additional information/ Resources

Bullying-

• This link will take you to the School City of Whiting bullying information page. This page will have the direct links for you or your student to make a bullying report.

• For more information on what bullying is, recognizing the signs, and steps that can be taken you can check out Mental Health America .

Mental Health-

• NAMI- National Alliance on Mental Illness. This organization aims to further educate families on signs & symptoms of different mental health health diagnosis, treatments, and other research on mental health. NAMI  

Suicide-

• The suicide hotline number is 988, their website 988lifeline.org/  also has great resources/ articles to read more about suicide prevention.

• To read more about youth suicide facts, risk factors, protective factors, and what you can do if you are worried about yourself or some one you love click here. 

LGBTQ+-

• The Trevor Project is an organization that works to end suicide in LGBTQ+ youth. They offer a 24/7 crisis hotline as well as connecting you to counselors. They advocate for legislation, education, and movements regarding LGBTQ+ issues. Their website offers many articles that can help families and students better understand the issues that the LGBTQ+ community face.  The Trevor Project 

Abuse Reporting-

• Indiana is a mandatory reporting state, which means anyone who suspects child abuse or neglect is required to make a report. The number to DCS is 1-800-800-5556. To read more about how to make a report and what information is needed to make a report you can click here.