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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide: Hispanic Caucus

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide: Hispanic Caucus

Update: 2025-07-28
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This episode of Breaking the Silence examines the youth suicide crisis with a focus on Hispanic communities. Dr. Ruby Castilla-Puentes and Dr. Tatiana Falcone discuss cultural stigma, barriers to care, and how depression is often misunderstood or dismissed. They explore the role of social media, trauma, and chronic illness in suicidality, along with Dr. Falcone’s research on biological markers like serotonin and inflammatory proteins. The conversation highlights evidence-based treatments such as CAMS and emphasizes the importance of early intervention, family engagement, and fostering hope for recovery.

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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide: Hispanic Caucus

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Youth Suicide: Hispanic Caucus