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Preventing Pediatric Suicide Through Systems-Level Collaboration
 Preventing Pediatric Suicide Through Systems-Level Collaboration 1024 576 Pam Georgiana
By: Pam Georgiana

How primary care, schools and communities are working together to address pediatric suicide rates through early intervention and collaborative care. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth aged 10 to 24 in the United States, and rates have been steadily rising across the country since 2007. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the issue…

Do Text Messages Help Youth at Risk For Suicide Feel Supported After Discharge?
 Do Text Messages Help Youth at Risk For Suicide Feel Supported After Discharge? 1024 683 Katelyn Scott
By: Katelyn Scott

Nationwide Children’s is the first pediatric hospital to implement Caring Contacts approach within its Zero Suicide initiative. The initial study period shows high enrollment and satisfaction with the program. Youth who receive care for suicidal thoughts and behaviors need extra support as they transition after they are discharged from inpatient care or the emergency department.…

Zero Suicide: A Comprehensive Framework for Pediatric Hospitals
 Zero Suicide: A Comprehensive Framework for Pediatric Hospitals 1024 683 Mary Bates, PhD
By: Mary Bates, PhD
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Key elements of the program include leadership support, practical tools and training for staff, and a quality improvement infrastructure. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 10- to 24-year-olds, and the number of youths presenting to pediatric hospitals for suicide-related concerns has doubled in recent years. Suicide is more than just a mental…