Last Saturday a young man in my community, 16 year old Jacob Tinkoff, committed suicide. My prayers go out to his family. Below are some links, including a Facebook page dedicated to his memory as well as a powerful video from his father about suicide in teens.
I believe it is vital that each and every school counseling program provide suicide education programs for staff and students. Students need to know how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and what to do. And all kids need to know that they are irreplaceable in their family and friend's lives. I can't help but think if Jacob could have had a glimpse into the future and read these posts on FB, seeing first hand that his life has meaning, he would not have taken his life.
5000 Succeed Each Year
RIP Jacob Tinkoff
Helping a Depressed Person
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