Adolescent Suicidality in the Spotlight

Evidence-based interventions are so critical to treating
mental illness and behaviors like suicide, but the road to
developing these interventions is far from easy. Psychology PhD
candidate Abby Ridge-Anderson shares more about her path into
adolescent suicide research, how new treatments can specifically
target the drivers of suicide, and common misconceptions about
suicide and mental illness.

If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this
episode, check out:


Ask Dr. Jill: Does Mental Illness Play a Role in Suicide?
(website)

Uncovering Suicidal Thoughts and 10 Things to Say to a
Suicidal Person (website for suicidal individuals and their loved
ones)

Reach Out: How to Help Someone at Risk of Suicide (article)

News articles on Meghan Markle's mental health stories and
ways that it has changed the way we talk about suicide

Suicidal Behavior in Children and Adolescents by Barry M.
Wagner (book)

Managing Suicidal Risk: A Collaborative Approach by David A.
Jobes (book)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Suicidal Adolescents by
Alec M. Miller, Jill H. Rathus, & Marsha M. Linehan (book)



If you or someone you care about is struggling with suicidal
thoughts, we encourage you to check out the following
resources: 



The Jed Foundation


13 Reasons Why by Helping Give Away Psychological Science
(HGAPS)


The Trevor Project


American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)


Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)


The American Association of Suicidology
(AAS) 



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