09/16/2025
💙 September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month 💙
As a pediatric mental health clinic, we recognize that su***de loss is a deeply painful and overwhelming experience—not only for children, but also for the caregivers who love and support them.
One of the most difficult challenges caregivers may face is finding the right words to talk with their child about a su***de death. These conversations can feel impossible, especially when you are grieving yourself. Having guidance and resources can provide a sense of direction during such a tender time.
That’s why we want to share a resource from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network called:
📖 “Talking to Your Child About a Su***de Death: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers.”
This guide offers practical strategies and compassionate insights to help families navigate these tough conversations, including:
+ How to talk honestly with children in ways they can understand
+ Supporting children through their grief and emotions
+ Helping them feel safe, cared for, and not alone
We hope this resource can be a supportive tool for families walking through the unimaginable. Remember—you don’t have to do this alone. Reaching out for help and leaning on others is a strength, not a weakness. 💛
👉 https://www.nctsn.org/resources/talking-to-your-child-about-a-su***de-death-a-guide-for-parents-and-caregivers
If you or someone you love is struggling, support is available. You can dial 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline to connect with help right away.
Together, let’s keep breaking the silence and supporting one another. 🧡
Provides information to parents and caregivers on how to talk to children about a su***de death. This fact sheet offers guidance on how to prepare to tell children about a su***de death, help them to grieve in healthy ways, and when a child may need additional support.
