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In this episode, Heather and Kerissa chat with Tricia Wagner, LCPC and director of Outpatient Services at Shodair Children's Hospital.
We have an open conversation about understanding suicidal thoughts vs. suicidal ideation. Ways to support a child experiencing suicidal ideation. We talk about how to have a conversation with your child about what they are feeling. We also discuss the importance of having a safety plan and steps to take to create one.

*This episode could be challenging to hear as we dig deep into the subject of suicide. We hope to bring this subject out into the light and to better equip parents in supporting their children.

One resource we discuss is https://zerosuicidetraining.edc.org/

Suicide Hotline: 988
https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox


Remember if you are ever unsure of someone's safety call emergency services or take them to the ER.


Join us as we share from an authentic & real life perspective on in-depth conversations around neurodiversity, PDA autism profile and the autistic experience. This on occasion includes sensitive and difficult topics. (Topics include but not limited to;  mental health crisis, depression, anxiety, burnout, trauma and suicidal ideation.)  All listeners need to be aware of their own emotional wellbeing and ability to engage in such topics.

We offer connection, co-regulation & community. (And a few laughs!)
Journeys With PDA (Heather & Kerissa) and any special guests are not able to diagnose or prescribe treatments. All information is for educational purposes.

To learn more about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) autism profile visit our website at https://journeyswithpda.com/

Heather & Kerissa are Certified PDA Trainers. They offer advocacy, education & family support through one-on-one coaching sessions.
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