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Did you know that one in five Americans suffers from mental illness? Did you know that more than 30,000 people a year commit suicide in the United States?On July 13 2009, Frank S. Panobianco, lost … more

5/20/11

Merrick Jewish Centre to host suicide-prevention workshop

We’ll return to the mini-series about the ups and downs of the teacher job market next week. But first, a preview of an upcoming program that is of interest to all this week: “Suicide is preventable.” Suicide is the leading cause of death among young people.Therefore, the leading cause of death among children and teens is preventable. That’s a fact—and yet we’re losing an increasing number of young people. more

By Steve Kussin | 5/12/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

4/28/11

Suicide: education leads to prevention

Six months ago, a 24-year-old woman from Franklin Square took her own life. Two weeks ago, a 24-year-old Franklin Square man killed himself in his parents’ home. A close friend of both of them said they seemed happy. They were both athletic, had great senses of humor and smiled for every photo. more

4/14/11

In light of a recent spate of crimes against gay people, local school districts are reinforcing anti-bullying policies.

A renewed focus on tolerance in local schools

“Tragic,” “horrifying” and “disconcerting” are among the words used to describe a recent spate of crimes against gay people — including the one that resulted … more

Lee Landor | 10/13/10

Just a prank, or something more sinister?

All the time, teenagers prove how irresponsible they can be, driving and texting, drinking and driving, acting on impulse and without thought to the consequences. more

Randi Kreiss | 10/7/10

Rutgers student’s suicide is a wake-up call

For the second straight week, I must postpone my annual anniversary column. As I’ve noted many times before, I have my columns mapped out for months ahead, but when a critical education topic pops up in the news, the schedule falls by the wayside. more

Steve Kussin | 10/5/10

Nearly 140 people turned out for the second annual Walk for Lyla.

A walk to remember Lyla

They could be seen last Saturday scaling the sides of Merrick Mountain, nearly 140 people dedicated to raising awareness about teen suicide and prevention, and to remembering the life of Merrick's own Lyla Stern. more

Sari Zeidler | 6/16/10

Pity the bullies . . . but throw them out of school

Anyone who’s read “Lord of the Flies” knows the great capacity children have for savagery. Still, the recent suicide of a 15-year-old high school girl, following months of brutal bullying, shocks us — hopefully into action. more

Randi Kreiss | 4/8/10

Did Ponzi scheme prompt attorney's death?

A Rockville Centre attorney who jumped to his death last week is being investigated by the Nassau County district attorney in connection with a Ponzi scheme that is alleged to have defrauded his … more

Annmarie Fertoli | 3/30/10

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