Last updated by Stephanie.Rosser@essex.gov.uk on Wednesday, September 25, 2024

NSPCC Learning has published a Why Language Matters blog post exploring how the language we use to talk about suicide can make it easier, or harder, for children and young people to share how they’re feeling and access support.

The blog discusses how the language of suicide can be accusatory and sometimes minimises what children and young people are going through. It highlights how rethinking language choices can help to reduce the stigma around suicide and support children who are struggling with suicidal thoughts or feelings.