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E-book: Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts for Teens: CBT Activities to Reduce Pain, Increase Hope, and Build Meaningful Connections

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Written by two mental health experts and grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this resource helps teens reduce emotional pain, increase hope and build meaningful connections in their lives through proven-effective activities and skills. Original. Simultaneous eBook.

"If you or someone you love is dealing with a crisis right now, please call 1-800-273-8255 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This gentle and effective guide can help you find support and hope.If you're a teen who is having thoughts of suicide, the first thing to know is that you are not alone. Many teens experience suicidal thoughts, and there is help for you. Don't give up: change is possible, and it's worth it-you are worth it.Written by two mental health experts, Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts for Teens is here to help you reduce emotional pain, increase hope, and build meaningful connections in your life. Grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and filled with proven-effective activities and skills, this guide will help you:Identify your triggers and the type of support you needCreate a safety plan for when things feel hopelessManage intense feelings, thoughts, and stressBuild and strengthen relationshipsBoost positive feelingsMake healthy lifestyle changes and set goals Although it may be hard to imagine now, the strategies in this book can help you overcome suicidal thoughts, find meaning and purpose, and move forward into a more hopeful future. A change for the better is on the way"--

"Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens in the US, and the need for effective prevention has never been greater. Written by two adolescent suicide experts, this gentle and effective guide will help teens overcome suicidal thoughts by reducing emotional pain, increasing hope, and building meaningful connections. Readers will learn specific skills grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including how to establish safety plans, identify and manage intense emotions, limit stress, find purpose, and ultimately take control of their suicidal thoughts to move forward into a more optimistic and hopeful future"--

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens in the US, and the need for effective prevention has never been greater. Written by two adolescent suicide experts, this gentle and effective guide will help teens overcome suicidal thoughts by reducing emotional pain, increasing hope, and building meaningful connections. Readers will learn specific skills grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including how to establish safety plans, identify and manage intense emotions, limit stress, find purpose, and ultimately take control of their suicidal thoughts to move forward into a more optimistic and hopeful future.

If you or someone you love is dealing with a crisis right now, please call 1-800-273-8255 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

This gentle and effective guide can help you find support and hope.

If you’re a teen who is having thoughts of suicide, the first thing to know is that you are not alone. Many teens experience suicidal thoughts, and there is help for you. Don’t give up: change is possible, and it’s worth it—you are worth it.

Written by two mental health experts, Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts for Teens is here to help you reduce emotional pain, increase hope, and build meaningful connections in your life. Grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and filled with proven-effective activities and skills, this guide will help you:

  • Identify your triggers and the type of support you need
  • Create a safety plan for when things feel hopeless
  • Manage intense feelings, thoughts, and stress
  • Build and strengthen relationships
  • Boost positive feelings
  • Make healthy lifestyle changes and set goals
 

Although it may be hard to imagine now, the strategies in this book can help you overcome suicidal thoughts, find meaning and purpose, and move forward into a more hopeful future. A change for the better is on the way.

Acknowledgments ix
A Note from the Authors xi
1 Preparing for the Journey
1(20)
2 Starting Out with Safety Planning
21(22)
3 Identifying and Managing Feelings
43(24)
4 Identifying and Managing Negative Thoughts
67(26)
5 Identifying and Managing Stress
93(26)
6 Building Relationships
119(26)
7 Building Purpose
145(22)
8 Where Do I Go from Here?
167(22)
A Final Note from the Authors 189(2)
Resources 191(2)
References 193
Jeremy W. Pettit, PhD, is assistant professor of clinical psychology at the University of Houston in Houston, TX. He completed his doctoral training at Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL. His primary area of interest centers on etiological and maintaining factors in depression spectrum disorders. His secondary interests include treatment of depression and biopsychosocial approaches to understanding and preventing suicide. He has published over thirty-five scientific journal articles and edited book chapters on these topics.