Adults need to build trust to help young people struggling with mental health

Many factors can push a young person to depression and other mental health issues, but a meaningful connection can help them develop healthy coping skills. — 123rf.com

When it comes to suicide prevention for children and adolescents, trust is paramount. A vulnerable child or a teenager requires someone they trust to connect with, so he or she feels heard and listened to.

Trust is the key to open the door to get a person to confide.