143. An Update on Suicide and Self-Harm Myths Based on Latest Research

Suicide isn’t a comfortable topic to speak about. Especially when talking about suicide in kids and teens. But it’s something I feel I need to cover. Because shockingly, a recent CDC report showed that suicide rates have increased 195% since 1990. And that’s not all. In youths aged 5-19, self-harm has also risen by a staggering 411%. And in children aged 5-12, suicide is now the 5th leading cause of death. I know hearing this might make you uncomfortable. And it should. It certainly does me. But we can’t just brush this issue under the carpet. After all, resistance to speaking about suicide and self-harm in children and teens is likely one of the reasons these rates have continued to climb. And sure, there are other factors involved as well … But a reluctance to talk won’t have helped. Self-harm and suicide risks are very real. Listen on to learn more. If your child is demonstrating the meltdown cycle, watch our free training here: https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/5-shifts-registration If your teen is struggling to engage with your family, shutting down and struggling with a perfectionism spiral, watch our free training here: https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/tp/5-steps-registration If you're ready to book a call with our team, use this link: https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/pod/book-your-call-now For families with high school aged teens, use this link: https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/tp/teentalk