Talking to Your Other Children

Many parents wonder when and how to tell siblings about their teen’s hospitalization for suicidal behavior.  It is important to consider the sibling’s age and level of development when deciding how and when to talk with him/her. Click here for more information on how to talk to siblings about suicidal behavior. It may be best to use these resources along with the professional support of your teen’s therapist if you are struggling with how to talk about this difficult topic with your other children.