When Your Work Finds You: Dr. Arielle Sheftall on Child Suicide Prevention and Career Purpose

Dr. Tony Pisani interviews Dr. Arielle Sheftall, a leading researcher in youth suicide prevention, about the crucial issue of suicide among children and pre-teens. Dr. Sheftall shares insights from her work on understanding and preventing suicide in young people, particularly addressing the rising rates among Black youth. This conversation covers the importance of direct communication about suicide with young people, the role of cultural understanding in prevention, and how to build protective factors for at-risk youth. Key moments include discussions about:Breaking stigma around youth mental healthHow to talk with children about suicideThe impact of family and community supportCultural considerations in suicide preventionResources for families and professionals If you or someone you know needs support: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (US): 988  Lifeline (Australia) - 1800 551 800  Lifeline (New Zealand) - Phone: 0800 543 354 or Text 4357  Production Credits:Hannah Mang, Senior Video Editor and ProducerAnnie Lewis, Content and Communications ManagerLuke Pisani, Music (c) 2024. SafeSide Media, LLC.