Library Teen Talk: Suicide Prevention and Survivor Recovery

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Program Type:

Community & Lifestyle

Age Group:

Teens

Program Description

Event Details

When someone takes their own life, the impact of this tragedy is felt by friends and family, and also the community at large. In response to a recent event in our own community, Rashel Carcamo, Mental Health Specialist at Golisano Children's Hospital, will be on hand to lead this week's Teen Talk.  This informative session and discussion, designed for teens will include:

  • Warning signs of suicide
  • How to talk to a peer that might be suicidal
  • How to identify trusted adults 
  • Grief

Open to high school students.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Caregivers for Teen Events

This program is intended for attendees ages 12 to 18 years to attend independently. Please speak with staff if caregiver assistance is needed.