Emotionally Naked

Help save lives with this essential resource on suicide prevention in schools Perfect for teachers, counselors, coaches, parents, and administrators in schools, Emotionally Naked: A Teacher's Guide to Preventing Suicide and Recognizing Students at Risk highlights the tools, resources, and ideas that fuel small culture shifts for a foundation of suicide prevention. Since teachers oversee millions of adolescents nationwide, their observations, instincts, and relationships make them a vital first link between students, the school counseling team, their parents, and mental health resources. This book covers key strategies for prevention, intervention, and postvention, emphasizing student wellness, social emotional learning, and collaboration among educators at all levels. "The authors bring out the heart and soul of suicide prevention. Policy makers, administrators, educators, and parents will walk away inspired, and better equipped to address suicide in schools." -- JONATHAN B. SINGER , PHD, LCSW, President, American Association of Suicidology "Sound information, practical advice, superb collection of resources, and written with compassion." -- JERRY REED , PHD, MSW, Education Development Center "This book is an amazingly practical, accessible, and thoughtful resource." -- JULIE GOLDSTEIN GRUMET , PHD, Director, Zero Suicide Institute, Education Development Center "Teachers are uniquely positioned to recognize children who are struggling emotionally. This book is a priceless resource in helping them do this effectively." -- VICTOR SCHWARTZ , MD, Former CMO, JED Foundation, Department of Psychiatry, NYU School of Medicine