Suicide has often been described as a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Many people who consider or attempt suicide don’t want to die — they want to put an end to their painful situation.
‘Suicide is Never the Answer’ provides advice concerning what to say and do if you know anyone who is considering suicide. It helps concerned ones prompt a discussion around the issue of suicide in a non-judgemental way. It provides the following valuable information:
- Some of the reasons behind suicidal ideation.
- How to understand someone who feels suicidal.
- The warning signs of a potential suicide.
- Typical myths surrounding suicide.
- How to help prevent a suicide.
Suicide is a terrible waste of a valuable life, so it is important to reach out to help young people in crisis. This resource provides advice on how to put a plan in place to help prevent this human tragedy.
Benefits
- Photocopiable — use year after year again and again.
- Simple, clear and concise and easy to follow.
- Downloadable — instantly available and no delivery costs.
- Ready to use lesson plans to introduce each topic.
- Contains discount codes to save even more on future purchases!
What’s Inside? 
- What is suicide and what are the most common suicide myths?
- What are some of the most common reasons for suicide?
- Who is most at risk of depression and/or suicide?
- What are the warning signs of a potential suicide?
- Can suicide be prevented?
- How do suicide prevention programmes actually work?
Who is it for?
- Teachers — This pack helps teachers recognise some of the signs of a potentially suicidal student.
- Parents — How can parents help their depressed or suicidal child?
- Young People — What can a young person do if they are considering suicide?
Product Details
- Age range: 12 years and upwards
- Category: Schools
- First published: 1999
- Last revised: 2022
- Pages: 44
- Illustrated throughout
Discounts/Vouchers
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Ebook: £8.99 £4.49 
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