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Suicide

From the Series Straight Talk About…
  • Interest Level: Grade 6 - Grade 9
  • Reading Level: Grade 6

Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for people ages 15 to 24. It is important to understand the forces that can lead to suicide and to know how to help someone at risk. Suicide is a careful discussion of the factors that can lead to suicidal thoughts and attempts. The book examines how to cope with stresses that can lead to suicide such as family violence, painful breakups, bullying, or depression. Readers are given coping strategies and advice on how to reach out and seek help. A question and answer section answers direct and tough questions on suicide.

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Interest Level Grade 6 - Grade 9
Reading Level Grade 6
Age Range 11 - 14
Dewey 616.85
Lexile 970L
ATOS Reading Level 6.7
Guided Reading Level V
Subjects Health, Social-Emotional Learning
Genres Nonfiction
Publisher Crabtree Publishing
Imprint Crabtree Classics
Copyright 2011
Number of Pages 48
Dimensions 7.25 x 9.25
Graphics Full-color photographs
BISACS JNF053000, JNF053230, JNF053160
Rights Included WORLD
Language English

Reviewed on 1 April 2011

Suicide - Children's Literature

Teens have one of the highest rates of suicide, so this is certainly a critical topic to understand better. Chapters include discussion of contributing factors such as family problems, bullying, or sexual identity questions, as well as co-occurring disorders such as depression, substance abuse, mood disorders, and PTSD. Friends and family are not responsible when someone commits suicide, but can be critical life savers if they learn to recognize and respond appropriately to the warning signs described here.

Author: Rachel Eagen

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