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Goshen Schools to host presentation about teen depression and suicide

September 29, 2011 – Did you know that suicide is the third leading cause of death in youth ages 10-24, after accidents and homicides? Did you know that 12 percent of total suicides in the United States are from that same age group?

In order to address these startling statistics and discuss important information related to teen depression and suicide, the Goshen Central School District and the American Foundation for Suicide Awareness will host “ Teen Depression, Self Injury and Suicide Prevention” from 7-8:30 p.m. October 12 in the C. J. Hooker Middle School auditorium, 41 Lincoln Avenue, Goshen.

This presentation is designed for people of all ages who are interested in learning about the risk, signs and solutions for this problem. School and area resources will be discussed and information will be made available. This event is open to the public.

Presenters include Sean Gerow, MS CDPAP, Director of the Family Empowerment Council; and Michael J. Hanrahan, MS CASAC LMSW, Goshen High School Social Worker.

This presentation is a part of a comprehensive prevention program for middle and high school students. Social Worker Michael Hanrahan will present to all health classes in both buildings and “More Than Sad,” a movie about teen depression, will be shown prior to his lectures on suicide and self injury in those classes.

For more information, contact Goshen High School Social Worker Mike Hanrahan at 845-615-6108.

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