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How to talk about suicide with kids

Ways to help someone who may be contemplating suicide
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Suicide can be a difficult issue to talk about but it's one that mental health professionals say parents and children need to discuss.

Kevin McGuire with the Johnson County Suicide Prevention Coalition joined Taylor Hemness on the midday show Thursday. The pair discussed ways parents can address suicide and what others can do to help save lives. Watch the interview in the media player at the top of this page. 

If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

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