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aLL aboUt Kids

When Kids Say, ‘I’m Better Off Dead’

By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., Licensed School Psychologist

A concerned parent came percent made a suicide plan, and 8.9 percent attempted This boy’s mom wanted to know how to help and our
to us for testing because on suicide. These percentages are higher for youth of color testing results report provided recommendations. They
more than one occasion her and those identifying as LGBTQ. obtained a public school plan called an Individualized
son said, “I shouldn’t be Our school neuropsychological testing revealed he had Education Plan which provided specialized instruction.
alive. I’m better off dead.” ADHD and learning disabilities which caused significant As a family they began working with a counselor to
Before contacting us, this school problems. This boy was viewed as the class clown improve home communication and understanding. Step
mom had already hid all and became the one people pointed to and assumed was the by step they made changes to help their child’s mental
the sharp knives in her disruptive cause when there was a problem. This contributed health and learning.
home. She was wise to seek to him feeling rejected by most of his peers and teacher. If you or your child have suicidal thoughts or
professional support rather Furthermore, his learning disabilities interfered with his behaviors, call or text 988 for the suicide and crisis
than dismissing or scolding reading, writing, and spelling so he was academically lifeline. You know your child best so if you are concerned
her child for saying that behind his peers. This caused embarrassment and he felt about a potential learning disability, autism, or ADHD,
since suicide in children is a real concern. According to stupid. His circumstances created the perfect storm for him call to discuss your child. Visit JimForgan.com or call
the Center for Disease Control’s website and Youth Risk to cry out to his parent that he was better off dead. This boy (561) 625-4125.
Survey Data, among adolescents aged 12 to 17, 18.8 had no suicidal plan but he did not have the appropriate
percent had seriously considered attempting suicide, 15.7 words to express he wanted help and understanding.

it’s the Law!

Did You Know That, In Florida…

By Adam S. Gumson, Esq.

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Presidential Preference Primary Election

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most seasoned voters, Early voting will occur Saturday, March 9 through polling place. Polling precincts will be open from 7 a.m.
the PPP can be a little Saturday, March 16 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily in three to 7 p.m. on Election Day. There have been a few polling
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