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Protective Factors

Suicide Prevention
Myths Vs. Facts
Signs of Depression
Risk Factors
Mental Disorders
Best Practices
Resources

protective Factors

Coping Skills and Personal Traits

    •       Decision making, anger management, conflict resolution, problem solving and other coping skills

    •       A sense of personal control over actions

    •       A healthy fear of risky behavior and pain

    •       Hope for the future

Connections

    •       Religious/spiritual beliefs about the meaning and value of life

    •       Positive relationships with family, friends, school, or other caring adults

    •       Responsibilities at home or in the community


Health and Home

    •       A safe and stable environment

    •       Not using drugs and alcohol

    •       Access to health care

    •       Taking care of self

Positive resistance to suicide is not permanent, so programs that support and maintain protection against suicide should be ongoing.
SOURCE: Maine Youth Suicide Prevention Program

Additional information: http://www.maine.gov
                        
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  • Home
    • The Cold Case Foundation Mission
    • Behind the Brand
    • Videos
  • THE TEAM
    • EXECUTIVE TEAM >
      • Gregory M. Cooper - Executive Director
      • Dean Jackson - Deputy Executive Director
      • John E. Douglas - Chairman Emeritus
    • Executive Support Team >
      • Francine Bardole - Director of Forensic Sciences
      • Dana Boss - Analyst Supervisor
      • AJ Jackson - Creative Director
      • Dr. Lawrence J. Simon - Director of Research
      • Chris McDonough - Law Enforcement Relations
      • James Patrick - Director of Intelligence
      • Robert E. Taylor, Jr. - Director of Training
      • Cathie Vallas-McKinzie - Investigative Analyst, Triage Team Supervisor
      • James L. Vance - Communication Specialist
    • Triage Team
    • INVESTIGATIVE TEAM
    • FORENSIC TEAM
    • Investigative Support Services
  • Training
    • Training Schedule
  • Law Enforcement
    • Case Study
    • Volunteer Application
    • Funding & Resources
    • Victimization
  • Prevention
    • Stress Reduction >
      • Suicide Prevention
      • Terminology
    • Resources
  • Memorial
  • Our Network
    • Grief & Hope
    • Contribute
    • Testimonials
  • Partners
  • The Vault
  • Contact
    • MEDIA INQUIRIES