Tag: suicide

  • Talking to Your Teen About Suicide

    Talking to Your Teen About Suicide

    As of the writing of this article, youth suicide is affecting families across the nation. Since 2007, the suicide rate among American youth ages 10 to 24 has increased by almost 60%. In September 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, kids ages 11 to 17 reported the highest rates of suicidal ideation compared to any other…

  • What To Do When Your Partner Is Suicidal

    What To Do When Your Partner Is Suicidal

    When your partner is so depressed that they seem like they want to kill themselves, it can be a terrifying experience. You might feel overwhelmed, wondering what you can do, and in a state of heightened anxiety.  Your concerns are entirely understandable. Relationships are complex enough, but being involved with someone who may be suicidal…