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Understanding and Helping Suicidal Teens Hill

How would you feel about having a discussion about suicide with your teenager? Would you be afraid, nervous, or completely lost? If so, you're certainly not alone. With suicide being the 2nd leading cause of teen death and with the advent of newer forms of social media like Whatsapp or GroupMe, parents must be knowledgeable about suicide. This book is designed to be a practical guide for parents who feel alone and confused. You will learn about concepts such as suicide-contagion and how to categorize suicidal threats, communicate with your teen & their teachers, create a safety plan, pursue therapeutic services, and maintain safety in your home. This book is also beneficial to teachers who suspect or have been informed about a teen student's suicidal thoughts.