Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Texas youth, and Calallen ISD is working to change that with a new Mental Health and Awareness Series aimed at helping students and teachers recognize the signs and save lives.
It’s a reality that hits close to home for many in the Coastal Bend — including one Calallen resident who shared his story, but asked not to show his face.
“Society labeled me a victim when it came to my abuse and what I went through as a kid, the trauma that I experienced, the PTSD that I have,” he said. “I’m someone who came forth. How many of those people kept it close, kept it within…?”
Calallen ISD Launches Mental Health Series for Suicide Prevention Month
To help break the silence, Calallen ISD’s new series is focused on teaching parents, teachers, and students how to spot warning signs before it’s too late…