In this Episode of TTDN- Dr. Naidoo talks about some gradients of negative thoughts which include " dark thoughts." Sometimes youth may be feeling depressed, but not quite having active suicidal thoughts, and use different ways of speaking about sadness, depression, lonliness and painful experiences. " Dark Thoughts" is a common euphemism that can often confuse parents and mental health professionals. Thinking through examples of dark thoughts and its different gradients can help parents be prepared and alerted for when additional support for their youth is needed. Please share someone who needs to here this!

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The information presented in this series is for educational purposes only. Please remember to always be in close contact with your teens outpatient mental health team if there is a concern for suicide risk. Please also rememebr to call 988 or text 741741 in a mental health crisis, and 911 in a medical crisis.

If You or someone you Love is in a mental health crisis- Please Call- 988
If You or someone you Love is in a medical crisis - Please Call- 911

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