Young people affected by suicide are best supported by existing networks, their family, peers, teachers, youth workers and GAA coaches, to mention a few.
Let them talk and ventilate their feelings and emotions, eg ‘sadness’ ‘sense of loss’ ‘shock’ ‘anger’ and many more.
If concerned, contact your local GP.
North East Doctor on Call 1850 777 911.
The Samaritans 116 123 and Pieta House 1800 247 247.
Barnardos offer useful information on supporting children with grief loss and they can be contacted at www.barnardos.ie, email-info@barnardos.ie or telephone 01-4530355.
Pieta House for Cavan and Monaghan now offer a Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer –
Mr. Michael McGinn and he can be contacted at 085-8706591.
By Majella Boyd
Tue 9th Jul
