The purpose of this program is to prevent health and behavioral health risks (e.g., suicide, depression, homelessness, drug use, HIV) and to promote well-being for LGBTQI+ youth in the context of their families/caregivers, cultures, and communities by establishing LGBTQI+ family counseling and support programs and training providers on family counseling ...

Resource: Core Youth Outcomes in Youth of Color

This infographic (PDF, 3 pages) provides data related to disparities among youth experiencing homelessness and those contemplating running away. The data are framed by the RHY Program’s four core outcome areas: safe and stable housing, education and employment, social and emotional well-being, and permanent connections. The infographic can be used ...

Youth Voices Have Moved to YE4C

On YE4C young people share their experiences and perspectives on what makes a difference for youth engaged in change. Learn from their stories.

988 Partner Toolkit

This toolkit was created to help governments, states, territories, tribes, crisis centers, and partners speak with one voice to ensure there is a clear understanding about what 988 is and how it will work. These communication outreach materials are meant to be used and built upon with community coalitions to ...

2011-2021 YRBS Data Summary and Trends Report

The CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary and Trends Report: 2011-2021 shows that many teens are experiencing increasingly high levels of violence, sadness, and suicide risk.

Resource: Trauma-Informed Care and Fostering Resilience Video Collection

This video collection provides actionable strategies on building positive relationships and resilience with youth, responding to youth suicide, understanding youth behaviors, and employing trauma-informed practices. Educators, health and mental health practitioners, and others can learn about evidence-based practices from the 13 videos in this collection. Learn more. ...

Resource: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline PSA

This video is a public service announcement (PSA) from Zak Williams, mental health advocate and son of Robin Williams. In the PSA, Williams encourages viewers who are dealing with mental health or substance use crises to call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor, or chat at ...

Resource: FAQ Update on 988 Services for LGBTQI+ Youth

SAMHSA recently added a new FAQ item about specialized services for LGBTQI+ youth who reach out to 988. The FAQ is the last item under “FAQS about 988 Basics.” Learn more.

Resource: From Crisis to Care: Building from 988 and Beyond for Better Mental Health Outcomes

This collection of technical assistance briefs (PDF, 342 pages) provides important resources for state leaders, policy makers, providers, and peers to learn from. They provide examples of innovative services and describe the need for further 988 implementation around the country. The briefs provide key information to establish a continuum of ...

Resource: Suicide Prevention Resource for Action

This report (PDF, 108 pages) outlines strategies with the best available evidence to prevent suicide among youth, families, and communities. It provides a roadmap for action under CDC’s Comprehensive Suicide Prevention program, which currently funds 15 states and 2 universities to implement and evaluate a comprehensive public health approach to ...

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