SOS (Signs of Suicide) is a teen suicide prevention program that was first introduced in the 2000-01 school year. The materials include a video, and printed materials including a self-screening survey in which students can ask to talk to an adult about either themselves or a friend who might be at risk of attempting suicide.

"Research reports in 2004 and 2007 found that suicide attempts were 40 percent less for students in the SOS high school program than for the control group. The results were similar across racial and socioeconomic groups. Because of such studies, SOS is listed on the National Registry of Effective Programs maintained by the US government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration."

The program also teaches students to use the ACT method of "acknowledging" that a friend has a problem, "caring" by letting the friend know they want to help, and "telling" a trusted adult.

The Teen-Help-Directory offers help and information for teenagers and their parents. Find help for your teen before he or she turns to suicide.

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