Suicide Awareness and Prevention | PA Parent and Family

Be There

5 tips to help you help someone through a crisis.

Speaking of Suicide

10 reasons teens avoid telling their parents about suicidal thoughts

Fact Sheet

Get the facts on warning signs, risk and danger.

Prevention Resources for Parents/Caregivers

This resource provides guidance on talking with your child if you think they may be at risk for suicide and on coping with a suicide attempt or death.

Action steps

Action steps for communicating with someone who may be suicidal that are supported by evidence in the field of suicide prevention

After an Attempt

The emotional impact of a suicide attempt on families and how to move forward.

Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide

Resources and training for parents, teens, educators and clinicians.

Starting the Conversation

A guideline for starting a conversation with someone you are worried about.

Alliance of Hope

A place of healing and remembrance

Knowing the warning signs for suicide and having access to the support you and your child need is critical. These suicide prevention resources and organizations can help if someone you care about is struggling with suicidal thoughts.