Teenage suicide is a life changing event.   People always talk about the factor that can lead to teenage suicide, such as depression, bullying or severe harassment.   But there are ways to prevent teenage suicide, it takes very little from parents, teachers and peers to be more attentive towards their child, student or friend.   Some indicators are: changes in mood, isolation from friends, level of involvement in activities (i.e. sports and clubs), irritability and the increase of arguments -- which could be forms of outcry.

1. Its importance to provide your support and talk to your child, student or friend if you notice these changes.  If you're not sure how to help or what route to take, ask a counselor, speak to a professional or bring it up with the individual and ask them: have they been feeling different lately -- remember that its not about you its about your child, student or friend, don't offer advises or solutions to their problems but help them find their own solution. 

"Offer a man a fish and he eats for a day, teach him how to fish he eats for a lifetime".

2. Establishing Relationship for Mutual Communication

Most teens and parents lack the ability to have a conversation without judgment, restrictions or fear of punishment.  It can be an intimidating situation when information such as birth control, STD's, drugs, bullying etc. are affecting many teens -- having these talks where the parent and child is able to openly ask questions and receive answers is a great method, the conversation does not have to be about these more sensitive subjects.  Start with cooking together, eating together, subjects such as your child's interest, school, clubs, etc.  Parents should know that teens are scared to talk about those kinds of things with their parents, they don't want them to know or they're not sure how their parents are going to react.  Parents: take the lead in bringing up the topic, it may be awkward or new to you but at least you can begin to build mutual relationship -- fear and stress can lead to dangerous outcomes.

Communication between family members can prevent and overcome problems like drug abuse, alcohol abuse, teenage pregnancy, suicides and more. Overall communication is a great way to prevent mis-communication and build family bonds.

3. Socially Active, Participate

Most teens who find themselves socially isolated or "outcast" will find themselves alone and without support.  This can become stressful and fearful.  In some cases where the child isn't accepted by other teenagers, it can lead to bullying, harassment and violence that can create low self-worth.  Teachers and parents should actively portray  the importance of being involved -- in sports, clubs, community involvement and be open to their circle of friends.

I hope these three ways to  prevent teen suicide is helpful, they are not at all the only ways to prevent teen suicide -- in addition these methods are more to prevent the idea from occurring.  If you know someone who is debating suicide let someone know.