“Trauma” has become a buzzword that’s frequently used in casual conversation. We think we know what “trauma” means, but do we? And what about trauma in our schools? Or students and staff who come to school having experienced trauma? Or who experiences trauma in...
Suicide Prevention
Fostering Students’ Social-emotional Well-being E-Learning Module
The purpose of this module is to outline the importance and basic concepts of social-emotional well-being for students and how educators, behavioral health professionals, and concerned adults can foster this well-being in youth. By the end of this module you will be...
2022 Rhode Island Student Survey (RISS) Report
BHDDH, RIDOH, and RIDE, March 2023 The Rhode Island Student Survey (RISS) is a collaboration among the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (RI BHDDH), the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), and the Rhode...
A Behavioral Health Emergency Plan for My Child and Family
Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, 2022 Like a physical health crisis, a behavioral health crisis can be devastating for individuals, families, and communities. A Behavioral Health Crisis Plan is intended to help...
Over-the-Counter Does Not Mean On-the-Counter Campaign
RI Regional Prevention Coalitions, 2021 It’s too easy for your child or teen to access drugs left on kitchen or bathroom counters and medicine cabinets. The RI Regional Prevention Coalitions' Over-the-Counter Does Not Mean On-the-Counter campaign helps remind parents...
2020 Rhode Island Student Survey
BHDDH, RIDOH, RIDE, November 2021 The Rhode Island Student Survey (RISS) is a collaboration among the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (RI BHDDH), the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), and the Rhode...
Suicide Resources at health.ri.gov
Rhode Island Department of Health Various suicide prevention resources can be found at https://health.ri.gov/violence/about/suicide/ and https://health.ri.gov/publications/bytopic.php?parm=Violence, including the new Portuguese translation of the Is Your Home Suicide...
Suicide Attempts and Culturally Responsive Approaches for Latinos Factsheet
National Hispanic and Latino Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network, 2020 " Suicide is a major public health concern as it is among the leading cause of death in the United States. Death by suicide and suicide attempts need to be understood with the context...
REOPENING RI: Is Your Home Suicide Proof?
Rhode Island Department of Health, September 2020 Every year, millions of kids and teenagers seriously think about attempting suicide. You might think your child or teenager is not at risk for suicide, but why take a chance? These simple things can help you suicide...
Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan
CDC, August 2020 Suicide is a critical public health problem in the Unites States. Despite national, state, and local efforts to reduce suicide, rates continue to increase. A forward-looking effort, built upon new evidence and past accomplishments, is needed to reduce...