This September, which marks national suicide prevention month, the family of Alyssa Morris, who took her own life last year, is encouraging people in power to speak up about suicide. They are also urging parents to speak to their children, even if they seem fine. Danny Holland, Alyssa’s uncle, described the teenager as a “funny, quirky and beautiful” girl and said they noticed no difference in Alyssa’s behaviour, in the days leading up to her death.
Alyssa Morris (Image: Family) An inquest, which was held last year, found that Alyssa sent a message to her friends talking about her intentions the night before, but the court heard this was not taken seriously. After her death, police found a note on her laptop, addressed to her family. READ MORE: Clitheroe teen Alyssa Morris took own life in Brungerley Park Danny said: “She was thriving at school and started taking pride in her appearance by wearing makeup and having her hair different.
There was no difference in her character, in the days before her death.” Danny Holland (Image: Danny Holland) Danny said there are some things parents and families can look out for, when it comes to children’s mental health. He said: “If you suspect mental health issues push and keep pushing, don’t stop until you are heard - and check their phones.
Know exactly what your children are watching and who they are talking to. “Speak to your child and try to understand what they are going through. If they won’t speak to you ask t.
