Show Notes
In this episode: How young people are affected by suicide Practical advice on when and how to talk about this issue with young people Grief — What's normal, what's not Host: Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist, Speaker and Creator of Learning Strengths Guest: Monique Broadbent, Support Leader; Standby - Support After Suicide, Brisbane Practical resources on helping young people deal with suicide: Conversations Matter Website - Factsheets Headspace Schools Standby Website Support available: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Standby Support: 1300 727 247 Headspace: 1800 650 890 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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