Suicide Prevention
By Nolan, August and Jeff
Resources in the Community
-Trusted adults in the Community
-Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
-Support Groups
Statistics
-Suicide is the third leading cause of death in people ages 15-24
-90% of teenage suicide attempts are made in the home between early afternoon and midnight, when parents are more likely to find them
-Less than 15% of teenagers who attempt suicide actually complete the suicide
-Takes the lives of 30,000 Americans every year
Signs and Recognition
-Talking about suicide
-Seeking out lethal weapons
-Focusing on death
-Saying there is no hope for the future
-Unusual thankful or goodbye calls or conversations
-Withdrawing from friends and family
How to Help a Friend
-If a friend tells you they are planning on committing suicide, or acts like it, tell an adult
-Take acts of self harm and talk of suicide very seriously
-Respond quickly to the crisis
-Offer help and support
Places to go for more Information
-cdc.gov
-kidshealth.org
-Prevention hotline: 1-800-273-8255