The introduction of the 988 hotline last year was set to revolutionize how we approach and respond to mental health crises. ViewPoint Center believes this initiative has been a game changer, offering hope and help to those in need like never before. In this blog...
Over the years, mental health issues, such as suicidal thoughts, have been taken much more seriously than in the past. It’s a step in the right direction, as no one wants to see their loved one struggle with mental health issues. If it’s expected that someone...
According to recent studies, suicide has become the second leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24. Meanwhile, the deadly trend is expanding to include higher numbers than ever before. At this rate, it's negligent not to talk to your...
It’s a sad and painful fact that about 17% of adolescents engage in self-harm in the United States alone. These behaviors can be terrifying and confusing for the parents looking out for them. It may leave you unsure what to look for or where to...
The most effective method of suicide awareness and prevention is reducing stigma. Often, people assume that the only way to keep someone safe is to encourage them to “get help.” Getting help is only the first step. There are other strategies that can be used...
According to a recent longitudinal study, the gap between male and female youth suicide rates is narrowing. Historically, there has been a significant gender difference in completed and attempted suicides that has been associated with the types of methods chosen, with boys opting for more...
The suicide rate among teenagers has more than doubled in the past decade and is not showing signs of slowing down. While many parents are concerned that their children could become statistics, a recent study in the journal Pediatrics reported that fifty percent of parents...
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth. The subject is not something that is hushed from social media. Suicide memes are becoming more popular on social media. While the intention of these memes has been questioned, it is thought that they are...
Sleep is a critical component necessary for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Overtime, studies have shown that sleep problems increases the likelihood and intensity of suicidal thoughts or actions. The teenage years present themselves as a time in which staying up late/pulling an all-nighter has no...
Our society has a way of acting as if suicidal ideation in teens is like a rare disease--something unfortunate that only happens every now and then. This idea is completely unfounded. Suicide continues to be the second leading cause of death for young people, ages...