The staff at NASP (National Association of School Psychologists) recommends that, as a school community
and parents, we do 4 things right now in response to the suicides in Hastings.
Look
at the suicide prevention and warning signs information in the NASP link or
other suicide/depression organizations.
Talk
with our children.Know where they are –
stay connected with them.If you believe
your child needs support, please contact us at the HHS Counseling Office.If your child is finding
that they need additional support, we recommend that you connect with a health
care professional along with communicating with your child's counselor here at
HHS.
Monitor
your child’s Facebook activity, websites visited and text messages, looking for
concerns or warning signs.
Take
extra precautions with any chemicals, alcohol, prescription medications and
firearms/weapons within access of children.
