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Suicide Prevention

Suicide prevention is a critical topic that affects individuals and communities worldwide. At CHOC, we understand the importance of addressing mental health concerns and providing support to those in need. Our team of experts is dedicated to promoting suicide prevention through education, early intervention, and ongoing support. With a focus on prevention and awareness, we strive to create a safer and healthier community for all.

Learn more about Suicide Prevention at choc.org

Suicide Prevention Resources from CHOC

TOPIC GUIDE

Prevención del suicidio 

TOPIC GUIDE

Pediatric Bipolar Disorder

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Grief

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TOPIC GUIDE

Mental Health Treatment and Services

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TOPIC GUIDE

Mental Health

TOPIC GUIDE

Trauma and ACEs

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TOPIC GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Help kids process self-harm and suicide content in media

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How to help kids process self-harm and suicide content in media

PODCAST

DBT: What Is It And How Can It Help?

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Trauma and ACEs Overview

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Tips for parents and caregivers to support children through Trauma and ACEs

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How to increase resiliency in children overcoming Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)

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Tips for kids and teens overcoming trauma and ACEs

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Trauma and ACEs recommended reading

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Suicide prevention conversation starters for parents of kids and teens

Accessing therapy for kids and teens

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How to access therapy and mental health support for kids and teens

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Grief recommended reading

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Tips for youth coping with grief and loss

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Tips for parents and caregivers who have children experiencing grief and loss

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Tips for parents and caregivers coping with grief and loss

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Grief Overview

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Mental Health Medications Frequently Asked Questions

PRINTABLE ARTICLE

Types of Distress

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Making your home safe for a suicidal or self-harming child

Sophie gets the mental health support she needs at CHOC

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Mental health support leads to supporting others: Sophie’s story

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LGBTQIA+ resources

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Depression Overview

PRINTABLE ARTICLE

Tips for parents and caregivers of children who are being bullied

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Suicide prevention tips for kids and teens

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Suicide prevention recommended reading

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How to help a suicidal friend

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Suicide prevention tips for parents and caregivers

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Suicide Overview

PRINTABLE ARTICLE

Tips for parents and caregivers of children with anxiety

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Seeking Joy: A mental health journey

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ARTICLE

Protecting the mental health of LGBTQIA+ youth

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ARTICLE

Your guide to mental health resources from CHOC

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ARTICLE

Misusing prescription stimulants: What parents should know

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ARTICLE

Is my teen OK? Helping parents identify anxiety and depression in their adolescents

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ARTICLE

Preventing overdose with over-the-counter medications: What parents need to know

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ARTICLE

9 strategies to support LGBTQ+ youth

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ARTICLE

The link between COVID-19 and suicide: What parents should know

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ARTICLE

Rising Rates of Children’s Hospital Visits for Suicide Thoughts, Attempts

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Depression and Suicide Prevention: Know the Warning Signs

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Preventing Suicide in Children

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