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Why Do Teens Commit Suicide?

An in-depth look at what factors may cause a teen to commit suicide.

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How to Know if Your Child is Depressed or Suicidal

Having child who is depressed or suicidal is the frightening reality of too many parents today. However, there is hope in Christ, and preventive steps you can take to help a child you care about.

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Finding Purpose After a Loved One’s Suicide

After the death of her oldest, Paulette helped her other children take steps toward finding their own path and moving forward in their grief.

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Coping With Christmas After Losing a Child

Dreading the holidays after losing a child is normal.

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Classic Christmas Movies That Are Pro-Life

Nothing spreads holiday cheer like drinking hot chocolate, cozying up by the fireplace, and turning on a classic Christmas movie. Depending on what movie you choose, you may find that you end up celebrating more than just the holiday season, but the gift of life as well. Some of my fondest childhood memories include laughing …

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Warning Signs that Your Spouse Has Mental Health Issues

When spouses stay alert to changes in each other, they can catch warning signs of possible mental health issues early on and seek the help they need.

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A Teen Suicide Attempt Can Rock the Whole Family

A child or teen suicide attempt represents much more than a medical problem. It represents a young person in crisis, crying out for help.

What Can You Do to Safeguard Your Teen from Suicide?

Unfortunately, a guarantee doesn’t come with the safeguarding suggestions, but they can help prevent teen suicide. 

Surviving a Child’s Suicide

How does a parent recover and move on from the tragedy of their child committing suicide?

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Finding God’s Healing After a Suicide Loss

Suicide has a devastating impact on families and finding hope and healing in Christ is essential for those reeling after a sudden loss. Rita Schulte and Jean Daly share about losing a loved one and how they processed their grief with others and sought help from the Lord to move forward in His strength.

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Trauma in Relationships: Military Couple Thankful to God

A Naval Corpsman’s injury in Afghanistan changed his career and his marriage. But God used the trauma for good.

How to Cope with Your Child’s Suicide

God is greater than suicide. Trust him to provide strength, courage, and endurance for the journey of life after suicide.

Suicide is a Problem for Youth and Young Adults

Suicide is a problem in the youth and young adult population. There is hope for healing when parents and others are intentional about providing help.

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Is Your Teen at Risk?

An open dialogue about suicide may help your teens share their experiences, questions and concerns with you

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Pastors, Get Your Alive to Thrive Leader’s Guide

Editor’s Note: September is National Suicide Awareness Month. Equip yourself to help prevent teen suicide in your church free online training from Focus on the Family at AliveToThrive.com.

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Coping With Suicide in Families

When a person dies by suicide, the family and friends who survive them must find ways to cope and continue to honor their life.

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Talking With Your Kids About the TikTok Suicide Video

We must be aware of what our kids are watching online and how it may impact them, especially in the case of the recent TikTok suicide video that has gone viral.

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Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Actions in Youth

Focus on the Family has created Alive to Thrive to provide help and hope for parents and others who interact regularly with young people. This free resource provides practical suggestions for preventing and responding to suicidal thoughts and actions.

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For Those Thinking Suicidal Thoughts During the Coronavirus Outbreak

If you’re having suicidal thoughts because of coronavirus fears, help is available.

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Cutting Is a Call for Help

When tweens and teens are experiencing psychological distress, they may cut themselves to cope with the emotional pain.