THE POWER TO PREVENT SUICIDE by Richard E. Nelson, Ph.D. and Judith C. Galas
A Guide for Teens Helping Teens
$11.95
Who Can Stop Teens
From Killing Themselves?
You can. When teenagers were asked, "Who would you tell about wanting to commit suicide?," 90 percent said they would tell a friend first. This book tells you what to do next. The Power to Prevent Suicide recognizes your power to save a life.
You'll learn:
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why someone might want to die |
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how to get help |
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what you need to know about suicide and suicidal people |
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how to get your schools and communities involved in suicide prevention |
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how to recognize the warning signs of suicide |
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how to help yourself when you're feeling stressed, depressed, or overwhelmed |
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how to reach out to a friend in danger |
Dr. Richard E. Nelson has given hundreds of workshops across the United States on suicide prevention, youth at risk, and stress. He is assistant director of Counseling and Psychological Services at the University of Kansas. Judith C. Galas is a free-lance writer.