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  • A Discussion on Suicide Prevention

    A Discussion on Suicide Prevention

    Dr. Courtney Cinko, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Cincinnati Children’s

    From Cincinnati Children’s Young & Healthy Podcast

    According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10-34. September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and it is imperative to have conversations about mental illness and mental health. In this week’s episode, we discuss suicide prevention with Dr. Courtney Cinko, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Cincinnati Children’s. Our conversation includes who is at risk for suicide, red flags parents should look for, how to have a conversation about suicide, resources, and so much more.   

    To schedule an appointment with the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, please visit: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/p/psychiatry/programs  

    To learn more about MindPeace, please visit: https://mindpeacecincinnati.com/  

    For additional resources for suicide prevention, please visit: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/patients/suicide-prevention  

    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 

  • Suicide Prevention Lifelines

    Suicide Prevention Lifelines

    We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

    You can #BeThe1To help someone in crisis.

    You don’t have to be a mental health professional to help someone in your life that may be struggling. Learn the Lifeline’s 5 steps that you can use to help a loved one that may be in crisis.

    LEARN MORE

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    • CAPS 24 hour Consultation and Crisis Helpline:  Evenings, weekends, and other times when we are closed, you may call our direct number at 513-556-0648 and press 1, to speak with a counselor 24/7.  For more information on services for students in crisis
    • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
    • NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness is the largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mental health concerns.  www.nami.org

      Suicide Prevention Phone Apps

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      • LifeBuoy – This unique app is designed specifically to assist suicide survivors after a recent attempt.  It offers a daily mood diary, suggestions for decreasing social isolation, and other ways to monitor increased warning signs of suicidality. (iP)
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      • Virtual Hope Box – This app provides help with emotional regulation and coping with stress via personalized supportive audio, video, pictures, games, mindfullness exercises, positive messages and activity planning, inspirational quotes, coping statements, and other tools. (iP,A)
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      • ReliefLink – This award-winning suicide prevention app assists users with tracking daily mood/thoughts, creating a safety plan, locating the nearest hospitals, and obtaining quick-access to coping methods. (iP)
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      National Hotlines

      • A Friend Asks – This app offers tips for getting help for a friend (or yourself).  Helpful information includes what to do RIGHT NOW as well as what NOT to do. (iP,A)
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