Suicidal Behavior in Teens: Steps Educators and Parents Can Take to Help

When a suicide occurs in the life of a young person, families, teachers, administrators, and community members often band together to show support and offer their condolences. The enormous amount of support is touching to see and even more touching to experience. However, families, communities, and schools often struggle with ways to prevent such tragedies in the future. Join Tamara Hill, a licensed therapist and certified trauma professional, as she discusses risk and protective factors for suicidal thoughts, empirically supported treatment, and ways in which educators and school personnel can help families and students. In addition, she will share available resources for schools and parents.