2, ISBN: 9781458079701

This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted… Mehr…

This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted to give kids something to hang onto, words to hang onto, till the crisis passed. It was published in Tasmania Dec.97 and the first 1000 copies sold in a month. It had 7 editions in all (7000 copies) mostly in Tasmania, and has been out of print since 1999.Lifelink uses the books by its phones. It is used in mos This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted to give kids something to hang onto, words to hang onto, till the crisis passed. It was published in Tasmania Dec.97 and the first 1000 copies sold in a month. It had 7 editions in all (7000 copies) mostly in Tasmania, and has been out of print since 1999.Lifelink uses the books by its phones. It is used in most mental health services throughout Tasmania, including psychiatric wards and outpatients' clinics. Every High School and College in Tasmania has two copies of the book for their library. God Squad Bikies use the books in their work with young people. It has found its way into women's refuges, prisons, youth centres, Youth HelpLine, Youth Suicide Task Force, Aboriginal health centres and many schools and colleges throughout Australia. Because young people often suicide on impulse, Anything that can delay them, even for a short time, is important. Some comments received:".This is a delightful, insightful and most wise little book. I have not seen such a resource before which goes to the heart of the matter - the need for affirmations for people with depression and at risk of suicide cannot be overstated. This little book is truly a treasure, and its wisdom is indeed of a depth that will touch people of all ages who are affected by mental health concerns (not just depression and suicidal ideation).I am particularly glad that the title gives hope. It is very balanced in content and the messages are simple and safe. It is a most important resource. - Jonine Penrose-Wall, National Mental Health Network Coordinator, University of N.S.W."This exquisite book certainly makes a wonderful contribution to those who need it and the empathetic sentiments strike a chord in the hardest heart." - Dr. Bryan Walpole, President A.M.A. Tasmania."Our girls here really like your book. They find it Psychology, Health & Well Being, STOP Suicide, Words To Hang Onto, a Book of Hope~~ Heather Donaldson~~Psychology~~Health & Well Being~~9781458079701, en, STOP Suicide, Words To Hang Onto, a Book of Hope, Heather Donaldson, 9781458079701, Smashwords Edition, 02/18/2011, , , , Smashwords Edition, 02/18/2011<

2, ISBN: 9781458079701

This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted… Mehr…

This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted to give kids something to hang onto, words to hang onto, till the crisis passed. It was published in Tasmania Dec.97 and the first 1000 copies sold in a month. It had 7 editions in all (7000 copies) mostly in Tasmania, and has been out of print since 1999.Lifelink uses the books by its phones. It is used in mos This little book is a response to my own feelings of desperation and heartache at the tragedy of youth suicide, of seeing children of my friends, and friends of my children, die. I wanted to give kids something to hang onto, words to hang onto, till the crisis passed. It was published in Tasmania Dec.97 and the first 1000 copies sold in a month. It had 7 editions in all (7000 copies) mostly in Tasmania, and has been out of print since 1999.Lifelink uses the books by its phones. It is used in most mental health services throughout Tasmania, including psychiatric wards and outpatients' clinics. Every High School and College in Tasmania has two copies of the book for their library. God Squad Bikies use the books in their work with young people. It has found its way into women's refuges, prisons, youth centres, Youth HelpLine, Youth Suicide Task Force, Aboriginal health centres and many schools and colleges throughout Australia. Because young people often suicide on impulse, Anything that can delay them, even for a short time, is important. Some comments received:".This is a delightful, insightful and most wise little book. I have not seen such a resource before which goes to the heart of the matter - the need for affirmations for people with depression and at risk of suicide cannot be overstated. This little book is truly a treasure, and its wisdom is indeed of a depth that will touch people of all ages who are affected by mental health concerns (not just depression and suicidal ideation).I am particularly glad that the title gives hope. It is very balanced in content and the messages are simple and safe. It is a most important resource. - Jonine Penrose-Wall, National Mental Health Network Coordinator, University of N.S.W."This exquisite book certainly makes a wonderful contribution to those who need it and the empathetic sentiments strike a chord in the hardest heart." - Dr. Bryan Walpole, President A.M.A. Tasmania."Our girls here really like your book. They find it Adult, Health & Well Being, STOP Suicide, Words To Hang Onto, a Book of Hope~~ Heather Donaldson~~Adult~~Health & Well Being~~9781458079701, en, STOP Suicide, Words To Hang Onto, a Book of Hope, Heather Donaldson, 9781458079701, Smashwords Edition, 02/18/2011, , , , Smashwords Edition, 02/18/2011<