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Preventing Teen Suicide

Tuesday, September 19th, 2017

Issues: depression, help, parenting, suicide prevention, teens, warning signs

Article by Emmy Crouter, MSW It’s hard to ignore the news coverage of teen suicide in our country and in our state of Colorado. Teen suicide is on the rise, according to multiple studies, with a variety of factors being entertained as contributors. Thankfully teen suicide is preventable and there are many things you can […]

Suicide Awareness & Prevention

Thursday, September 15th, 2016

Issues: ask for help, awareness, prevention, red flags, resources, statistics, suicide, warning signs

By Laura Gutierrez, MA Statistics on Suicide Major depression is the foremost cause of disability in the United States and it is often referred to as the “common cold” of mental illness and a condition that typically precedes suicidal ideation. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention the rate of suicide is highest among […]

Suicide Prevention: What You Need to Know

Tuesday, September 15th, 2015

Issues: QPR, suicide awareness, suicide prevention, warning signs

By Mallory Crouch, LCSW Suicide can be an uncomfortable topic of conversation. Keep the lines of communication open and know the warning signs. You could save a life. September is National Suicide Awareness and Prevention month. Did you know that suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in America? Suicide has become a major […]