American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry presents a brochure for the families and friends of depressed adolescents.
American Academy of Pediatrics discusses how parents can become aware of children at risk and how to approach the issue.
Young people can contact the telephone advice line and locate help centers across the country. Parents can also get assistance.
Article discusses the growing problem of suicide in children and teenagers. Includes a list of warning signs.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill offers help to troubled teenagers. Access a list of support groups, organizations and suicide signs.
San Pedro Youth Coalition offers advice to alert care providers to suicidal tendencies in youth. Also gives support contacts.
Teens, their friends and family can learn about this suicide-prevention movement founded by the Light for Life Foundation International.
Follow a father's diary and read his reflections on the events surrounding his son's suicide and his own grief and recovery.