Adolescent Suicide Postvention Resources:
Navigating Towards Healing

Welcome to our Adolescent Suicide Resources Hub. We understand the pain and difficulty that comes postventionss of a young life, as well as the importance of preventing such tragedies before they occur. This page combines prevention, intervention, and postvention strategies to support adolescents and their communities in fostering safety, healing, and resilience

For community members: Explore resources that promote healthy grieving, provide comfort to those in distress, and support proactive efforts to reduce suicide risk.

For school districts: Access tools to help staff, students, and communities strengthen suicide prevention policies, respond effectively to crises, and guide postvention efforts. Our Learning Collaborative helps districts apply process improvement principles, and the Illinois Roadmap serves as a planning guide for prevention, intervention, and postvention practices.

We recognize that much of this information may be new or difficult to process. Take your time as you explore these resources, and refer to our Definitions tab for explanations of commonly used terms.

Grieving a suicide loss is different from other kinds of loss. You may experience conflicting and overwhelming emotions, or find it hard to focus and maintain daily routines. This is a normal response—your mind and body are doing their best under difficult circumstances.

These resources are meant to support you but are not a substitute for professional medical care. Always seek advice from a physician or qualified mental health professional for any medical or mental health concerns.

Remember, you are not alone. Support is available, and taking even small steps toward healing and prevention is important.