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Suicide Prevention and Youth
What every teacher should know about preventing youth suicide Lo que todo maestro debe saber para prevenir el suicidio de jóvenes This pamphlet is available in English and Spanish and is based on "Recognizing Depression in Youth: A Key to Suicide Prevention and Good Health in Oregon," by Kirk D. Wolfe, M.D. Dr. Wolfe is a child and adolescent psychiatrist practicing in Portland, Oregon. He has been an active part of Oregon’s youth suicide prevention efforts.
Recognizing Depression in Youth by Kirk D. Wolfe, M.D. This publication provides critical information for Oregonians about how to prevent youth suicide. This is a practical guide that helps adults recognize the warning signs of depression in youth as well as understand what it takes for these youth to improve their lives. Download PDF for printing

Cómo pueden los padres OBSERVAR ESCUCHAR AYUDAR. Donde hay ayuda, hay esperanza. Spanish translation of: "Youth Suicide Is Preventable. How Parents Can LOOK LISTEN HELP." Note: Print copies of this publication in English are available.

Let's Talk About Depression (pdf) Hablemos sobre la Depresion (pdf) - Spanish version of "Let's Talk About Depression" Download this 2-page brochure and learn: How to recognize depression and manic depression Different treatments Why people get depressed What you need to know about depression and suicide What you need to know about depression, alcohol and drugs Facts and fiction Who to talk to for help
For Parents and Physicians
Five Minutes Can Save a Life (pdf): A Three Step Intervention to use With Parents of Suicidal Adolescents Role of Primary Care Physicians in Preventing Suicide (pdf); Guidelines for Physicians to Share with Parents
Elder Suicide Prevention Publications
Elder Adult Suicide Prevention Plan (pdf)
Community Awareness
Suicide: Breaking the Silence© - Video and Discussion Guide
Media
The Role of the Media in Preventing Suicide (pdf) Guide to Engaging the Media in Suicide Prevention (pdf) Reporting on Suicide: Recommendations for the Media