Suicidality: Guidelines for Lay Assessment and Prevention

Suicidal thoughts, emotions and behaviors can be difficult to predict and uncomfortable to discuss. However, completed suicides are permanent and devastating, so parents and other caregivers share a responsibility to assess youth who may be at risk. Learn six mistakes most well-intentioned adults make when a young person expresses suicidal thoughts and feelings, as well as four sensitive practices that could save a life. A flexible framework for all camps, schools, and families.