For Parents

Conversations about mental health with your child/teen may feel worrisome, even uncomfortable.

The mental health care conversation has sometimes—even if unintentionally—privileged the narrative that appropriate

Caring for your mental health goes beyond yourself as an individual—it branches out into larger bodies of systems and networks, such as your family and home life.

The NSTC was established by the Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention center’s Board of Directors as an effort to more directly

We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress and crisis.

Learn how to help yourself, and others with our suicide prevention resources. 

As a parent, you can approach suicide prevention in the same way you do other safety or health issues.

While there is no single cause for suicide, there are risk factors and warning signs.

If you are concerned about someone, ask yourself the following questions. Has your friend or family member

Many people experiencing a mental health problem will speak to friends and family before they speak to a health...

Suicidal ideation is when you think about killing yourself. The thoughts might or might not include a plan to die by suicide.

Mental health is the cornerstone of our overall well-being and quality of life