Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth and young adults in the U.S. – but by getting educated about suicide, its risk factors and warning signs, you can help protect the kid(s) in your life.
If you’re an adult who works with or cares for kids and teens, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital encourages you to attend Staying Alive Lehigh Valley – an educational youth suicide prevention and pediatric mental health conference – on Thursday, May 11 and Friday, May 12. This free two-day event will include presentations from world-renowned adolescent health specialists and will address many issues related to teen life, such as eating disorders, ADHD, school avoidance, social media and athlete teens. Panel discussions will include teens, youth suicide survivors and adolescent medicine and pediatric behavioral health specialists.