Suicide is a large growing public health concern across various ages. According to the CDC, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among young people ages 10-24. 

Sources of Strength

Sources of Strength is a best practice youth suicide prevention model designed to harness the power of peer social networks to change unhealthy norms and culture, ultimately preventing suicide, bullying, and substance abuse. 

Signs of Suicide

Teaches students how to identify signs of depression and suicide in themselves and their peers. It reduces stigma around mental health and suicide, and encourages help-seeking behaviors through the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) technique. 

HB 198- Jason Flatt Act

HB 198 also known as the Jason Flatt Act requires annual training for all certified school personnel. Each year, our counselors and social workers facilitate a guided discussion with school personnel on youth suicide awareness and prevention. We work collaboratively with the Georgia Department of Education and the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities to equip our staff with updated information and resources to support suicide prevention. 

FCS Suicide Prevention Video

Georgia Crisis & Access Line (GCAL) 1-800-715-4225

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800- 273-8255

Crisis Text Line Text "Home" to 741741

*All calls and texts are confidential

Resources

CDC Preventing Suicide

Save a Friend: Tips for Teens to Prevent Suicide

988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline