63% of students say they would turn to their family if they were in emotional distress.
For immediate assistance: contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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Concerned about Cutting
A Mom from Texas asks:
My daughter is home for the summer after her freshman year at college and she seems to be acting differently – quieter than usual and spending a lot of time in her room. I noticed a cut on her arm, but when I asked her about it she said it was an accident and pulled her sleeve down. I am worried that she is hurting herself. How can I bring this up without making her more upset?
Janis Whitlock, Director of the Cornell Research Program on Self-Injurious Behaviors, Cornell University, answers:
This is a great question. There are two things to keep in mind when raising this with her.
The first is that if she is injuring herself, it is likely that on some level that she does want you to know...
Spotlight
The Jed Foundation is honoring students who are actively making a difference for the cause of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
for the opportunity to win the Student Voice of Mental Health Award, a $2000 scholarship, and a trip to New York. Deadline is February 13th, 2009.
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