YOU Can Help Make a Difference
Despite the heaviness of this issue, there is hope. Suicide is PREVENTABLE. Here are some ways that suicide intervention can be made possible:
For Schools:
- An organization known as SAVE (Suicide Voices of Education) created a program known as LEADS (Linking Education and Awareness for Depression and Suicide) which has a curriculum that targets high school students. By increasing teens' education and awareness around the issue, LEADS is a leading force in the prevention of suicide.
- Ensure that there are enough qualified guidance counselors that actively seek relationships with their students.
- Teachers should recognize some of the warning signs for anxiety and depression.
- Accept the fact that students do not need perfect grades to be successful.
- Be a loving and understanding beacon of support.
- Be aware of the manifestations of stress that your student may be feeling.
- Ultimately, talk to your student about the issue.
- Alert an adult when you suspect a friend may be feeling anxious, depressed, or suicidal.
- Be a loving and understanding beacon of support.
- Understand how stress can cause many negative health problems.
- Always be a good friend.
- Ask for help when YOU may need it.
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