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🛡️ Teen Suicide Series
Course overview
Lesson Overview

1.61 – How to Ask “Are You Thinking About Suicide?”: Asking a friend if they’re thinking about suicide can feel scary, but it’s one of the most caring things you can do. People often fear saying the wrong thing, yet silence can make someone feel more alone. It’s better to be direct than to hint or avoid the topic. You can start by saying you’ve noticed they don’t seem okay and you care about what’s going on. Using a calm and gentle tone shows that you’re there to listen, not to judge. Remember, asking the question doesn’t plant the idea—it opens a door for honesty. If they say yes, stay calm and thank them for trusting you. This is your cue to help them connect with an adult or professional who can keep them safe. Showing compassion through eye contact, open body language, and patience helps them feel supported. The most important thing is letting them know they’re not alone and that help is available right now.

About this course

A powerful, compassionate series that helps teens recognize warning signs, speak up, and find hope—even in their darkest moments.

This course includes:
  • A full library of guided lessons on suicide awareness, survival, and prevention
  • Candid conversations about emotional pain, isolation, and mental illness
  • Scripts for how to talk to a trusted adult, counselor, or friend about suicidal thoughts
  • Techniques like grounding, emotional regulation, and crisis de-escalation
  • Case studies of teens who survived suicide attempts and turned their lives around

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