Suicide Prevention

“Take Action as a Friend” seeks to illustrate the qualities of healthy friendships and their importance to youth mental health.

“Family Matters” depicts mental health challenges and the process of getting help from the perspective of a foster youth.

This film seeks to spread awareness of the fact that it can sometimes be hard to see whether someone is dealing with suicidal thoughts and that even small acts of kindness can have a large impact on someone who is struggling.

This film combines archival footage and visual effects to tell a story about the value of a life. In doing so, the film also spreads awareness of available resources and encourages those struggling with suicidal thoughts not to lose hope.

In this film, a teen recognizes that her older sister has become irritable, withdrawn, and hopeless, and has lost interest in tending her flowers. Even though it is uncomfortable, she asks her sister if she is thinking about suicide and helps connect her with a counselor.

This personal film is about a girl who faces mental health challenges after moving and changing schools. With the help of a counselor, she begins to feel better.

“See the Signs” sheds light on some possible warning signs for suicide and offers support to those struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts.

This film spreads awareness of available resources and encourages those who may be struggling to give crisis lines a chance.

This film addresses the negative impact that academic and social pressures can have on youth mental health, all the while emphasizing the importance of friendship and reaching out for help.

In “Phone a Friend,” a youth struggling with suicidal thoughts reaches out to a friend who provides support.