Too Young to Consider Death? Think Again.

Pfeffer, Cynthia R.

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ERIC Number: EJ475148

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1993

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ISSN: ISSN-0195-2781

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Too Young to Consider Death? Think Again.

Pfeffer, Cynthia R.

PTA Today, v19 n2 p14-16 Nov-Dec 1993

Research indicates an increased prevalence of suicide in young children. Suicidal children have unique characteristics related to developmental stages. The problem persists as children grow and may have serious social consequences. Children can be protected against suicidal behavior by adequate social support. The article includes guidelines for helping suicidal adolescents. (SM)

Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Child Health, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Mental Health, Parent Child Relationship, Parent Responsibility, Secondary School Students, Self Destructive Behavior, Suicide

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Audience: Parents

Language: English

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