On August 4, 1994, I became personally involved with the issue of suicide when my 21 year old son, Andy, committed suicide in our home. His impulsive act permanently changed the lives of myself and my husband, as well as many friends and family who loved him.  Clinical research suggests that for each suicide there are at least eight people directly affected by that suicide.  I found this to be very true in Andy's case....Joyce Gatson

Youth Suicide Prevention Education Programs, YSPEP, seeks to prevent suicide among adolescents and young adults by providing information and resources to youth, parents and the community.