Citation

Havens C. Public Library Quarterly 1990; 10(2): 33-42.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990)

DOI

10.1300/J118v10n02_04

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Teen suicide is a widespread problem which has recently increased dramatically. Part of the problem relates to the prevalence of anxiety during the teen years. Librarians and the library can help with the problem in direct and indirect ways. Librarians are encouraged to be supportive of young adult patrons. Suggestions are given concerning young adult departments. Public libraries could directly help with the problem by sponsoring programs to help young adults deal with anxiety and depression, to help parents and teachers identify teenagers at a high risk for suicide, and to increase community awareness. Librarians who suspect that a teenage patron or employee may be suicidal should intervene, preferably by referring the young adult to a trained counselor or suicide prevention agency. © 1990 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

Language: en