Chapter 8

Online Resource 8.1 See recommendations from The Empowered Educator: Resources for Educators

Online Resource 8.2 12 Easy ideas to help educators engage & communicate with families

The Empowered Educator: Engage & Communicate with Families  

Online Resource 8.3 Help for Parents of Teens Who Attempt Suicide

Online Resource 8.4 Navigating a Mental Health Crisis

NAMI (2018) provides an excellent practical guide to navigate a mental health crisis. They urge educators to watch for warning signs of mental health crises and suicide and familiarize themselves with actual steps to take during a mental health emergency.