Thoughts of suicide, suicidal ideation, suicidal thoughts, are all terms used interchangeably to describe thoughts, ideas, and/ or fantasies related to committing suicide. An article in the National Library of Medicine explains that “suicidal ideation (SI), often called suicidal thoughts or ideas, is a broad term used to describe a range of contemplations, wishes, and preoccupations with death and suicide.” There are several warning signs that could be indicative of a teen struggling with thoughts of suicide, such as:
The Mayo Clinic explains that there are tendencies among those at risk for suicide, including anger, irritability, loss of interest in activities, changes in academic performance, withdrawal, and comments about death and dying, being worthless or feeling depressed. Young people may have suicidal thoughts that can range from fleeting thoughts to planning out the way in which one wants to end his or her life.
If a teenager is experiencing thoughts of suicide, there are steps that loved ones can take to help. Consider the following suggestions, provided by very well Mind:
Be mindful of any behavioral changes that may indicate a need for additional support. There are a variety of options for teens who may benefit from a formal treatment program. At Pacific Teen Treatment, we offer a residential treatment program that utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches. We are keenly aware of the fact that every teenager deeply benefits from a customized and tailored treatment plan, which we carefully develop for each of our clients. Certain therapeutic modalities that are commonly integrated into treatment plans at Pacific Teen Treatment include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), expressive arts therapies, and more. It is essential for a young person to feel safe when exploring his or her emotions and/ or experiences that have led to his or her suicidal thoughts. Our treatment facility provides a safe and healing environment, to allow each young person the ability to dedicate all his or her attention and energy to the treatment process.
Every family in need of mental health treatment must select a program that will best suit the needs of their family. When one member of a family struggles, it impacts everyone in the family unit. To maximize the benefits of treatment we work closely with the entire family to ensure that everyone is receiving the support they need through these difficult times.
Seeking help is never easy, but you are not alone! If you or someone you know needs mental health treatment, we strongly encourage you to reach out for help as quickly as possible. It is not uncommon for many mental health difficulties to impact a person’s life in, long term. Pursuing support at the beginning of one’s journey can put the individual in the best position to learn how to manage themselves in a healthy way so they can go on to live happy and fulfilling lives.
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PTT provides treatment for the contemporary issues facing teenagers in today’s world utilizing a family focused and collaborative approach providing individualized care for teens and their families. Licensed by the State of California, Community Care Licensing Division #198209636
At a time when most residential programs are affiliated with large healthcare corporations or backed by private equity, Pacific Teen Treatment is proudly a private, family-owned operation.
