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Suicide awareness and help

According to the Emergence Health Network:

An estimated one in four adults suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year Approximately 1 in 5 youth ages 13-18 experiences a severe mental crisis in their lifetime 90% of people who die by suicide are also believed to have had a mental health disorder If you need help, you can also call the Local Crisis Hotline Number 915-779-1800.

Below are more resources to help prevent teen suicides:

LINK: The Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide

LINK: Suicide Prevention Information for Teens

LINK: 7 Essential Steps Parents Can Take to Prevent Teen Suicide

LINK: Youth Suicide Prevention Program

LINK: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

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