Showing posts with label Suicide Prevention. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Suicide Prevention. Show all posts

Friday, September 15, 2023

We need action on the youth mental health crisis, not more talk


The statistics on youth mental health are not only alarming but deeply frightening for anyone who has children or cares about them.

According to a 2021 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey, 44.2 percent of the participating teens reported that they had experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Almost 20 percent considered suicide — and 9 percent attempted suicide.

More HERE

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

September is Suicide Prevention Month; here are some resources


September is Suicide Prevention Month. On Tuesday Cafe we spoke with Clara Reynolds, the CEO of The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay about suicide awareness and community resources that are available.

Listen to the show HERE