Natalie Hobbs, a Carterton woman whose daughter died last year, says there is a lot of pressure on young people to perform at school and train for employment. She had everything going for her. A mum and dad that lived together that loved her and wanted her. It was just the outside factors. Mum and dad aren't always the best people to talk to.
School counsellors are terrific, they can always go to see a counsellor.
Kids themselves have got to relax and be patient. Strategy setup Excerpts from An Approach for Action, the discussion document of a national strategy to help prevent youth suicide in New Zealand. The document was produced by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Maori Development. Risk factors for suicide attempts those making suicide attempts tend to come from socially and educationally-disadvantaged backgrounds. Encouraging youth participation in community life.