Spotting Signs: Teachers’ Role in Runaway Prevention

This chapter explores how teachers can identify early warning signs of runaway behavior in students, such as academic decline and social isolation. It introduces the 'Let's Talk' curriculum, which equips youths with life skills to avoid unsafe actions, and discusses the importance of safe communication and support networks for at-risk students. The chapter also addresses the need for crisis intervention hotlines and collaborative resources that empower youth and their families to seek help.