As a parent, I share the mix of excitement and anxiety that comes with this transition. Coincidentally, today is also World Suicide Prevention Day, a poignant reminder of the challenges our young people face and that some of them, tragically, do not live to reach this milestone.
As parents, carers, and practitioners, we strive to protect the young people in our care from life’s darker aspects while encouraging them to explore and learn. While we can shield them from some external threats, helping them navigate their internal struggles can be much harder.
Yet, addressing the rising rates of suicide among young people in the UK is crucial. I’ve witnessed the devastating impact of these tragedies on families and communities, sometimes very close to home.
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