Knowing when to get professional help for your child can be difficult. Is it just a phase? Am I reading too much into a new behavior? Is it time to get help? These are questions that undoubtedly go through the minds of many parents. That’s why it can be so hard to know it is time to seek treatment before it’s too late. The thing is, suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. That’s why we’ve created a collection of resources to help you make the best decisions for your family.
Screening Tools
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education Depression Screening
- How to Tell When a Kid is Struggling Emotionally (APA/National PTA Webinar, May 5, 2014)
- TeenMentalHealth.Org Mental Health Screening Scales
- HealthFinder.Gov Mental Health Screening
Mental Health Services
- Wellness & Prevention Center
- Southern California Counseling Center
- Centre for Interactive Mental Health Solutions (Online Program)
Crisis Assistance
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or 1-800-273-TALK
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) or call: (800) SUICIDE
- Crisis Text Line