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Information on this page is from the Youth Suicide Prevention Program. For more information, visit their website: http://www.yspp.org/
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Parents

Resource brochure for parents. http://www.yspp.org/downloads/resources/YSPP_depression_Final_low.pdf
How to Help
Show You Care
Often, suicidal thinking comes from a wish to end deep psychological pain. Death seems like the only way out. But it isn't. Let the person know you really care. Talk about your feelings and ask about his or hers. Listen carefully to what they have to say.

“I'm worried about you, about how you feel.”
”You mean a lot to me. I want to help.”
”I'm here, if you need someone to talk to.”


Ask the Question
Don't hesitate to raise the subject. Talking with young people about suicide won't put the idea in their heads. Chances are, if you've observed any of the warning signs, they're already thinking about it. Be direct in a caring, non-confrontational way. Get the conversation started.

“Are you thinking about suicide?”
”Do you really want to die?”
“Do you want your problems to go away?”


Get Help
Never keep talk of suicide a secret, even if they ask you to. It’s better to risk a friendship than a life. Do not try to handle the situation on your own. You can be the most help by referring your friend to someone with professional skills to provide the help that he or she needs, while you continue to offer support.

“I know where we can get some help.”
”Let's talk to someone who can help...let's call the crisis line,now.”
“I can go with you to get some help.”


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Statistics

  • An average of 2 youth between the ages of 10 and 24 die by suicide each week in Washington State.
  • More than one in every 10 high school students reported having attempted suicide; nearly 1 in 6 students between the ages of 12-17 have seriously considered it.
  • More than 30% of LGBTQ youth report at least one suicide attempt within the last year.*
  • More than 50% of Transgender youth will have had at least one suicide attempt by their 20th birthday.*
  • Youth suicides outnumber youth homicides.
*Based on national statistics as Washington State does not specifically track suicide statistics for our LGBTQ and Transgender populations.

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For more information on Youth Suicide Prevention, please visit:
http://www.yspp.org/

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  • Who We Are
    • Our Mission
    • Meet the Staff
    • Multidisciplinary Team
  • What We Do
    • Forensic Interviewing
    • Family Advocacy Services
    • Prevention
    • Therapy Services
    • Success Stories
  • Support Our Work
    • Donate!
    • Host An Event
    • CJAC Wish List
    • Other Ways to Give
    • Our Supporters
  • Get Involved
    • Contact Us
    • Volunteer
    • Attend A Training
  • Resources
    • Report Child Abuse
    • LGBTQ Youth
    • Youth Suicide Prevention