Suicide is one of the top ten leading causes of death nationwide. It's been a topic long avoided, yet calls for attention as rates are on the rise. Last September was Suicide Prevention Month and one of the best ways to prevent suicide is by bringing it into the light. Today, we will be interviewing Krista DeYoung as she gives us insight on the topic of suicide. She is on her way to becoming a certified therapist and has loads of wisdom to share with us today. 

Krista DeYoung has been a close friend and mentor of mine who has walked through some of the darkest of seasons of life with me. She is the founder of her nonprofit organization called Girl Above that educates and equips adolescents dealing with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and more.

In today's episode, we will be discussing how to identify suicidal signs, how we can support a friend if they are suicidal and how to find help for someone else or yourself. 

To learn more and connect with Krista and her nonprofit, click the quick link below to view resources including blog posts from other teens, licensed therapists, and videos.

Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/girlabove