Deadly Truth Behind “Back-To-School Necklace” In New York

It sounds harmless. But your kid's life might be in danger if you hear this phrase.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is warning New Yorkers about back-to-school shopping scams.

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Gov. Hochul's office believes school shopping is starting earlier this year because of increased costs from inflation and tariffs.

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Hochul's office says to watch out for fake coupons on social media, fake websites with low prices, and calls offering test prep material.

What Is A "Back-To-School Necklace"

A back-to-school necklace sounds innocent. But it's not. It's actually hinting at suicide, because of the fear of having to go back to school.

It's a code for hanging by death. According to Urban Dictionary, a "back-to-school necklace" is"

A is another name for a noose. This is due to the utter despair you feel when school starts back up again.

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Cry For Help

So if your child brings up a back-to-school necklace to you, or if you overhear your child saying it to a friend, treat it as a cry for help.

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Your child might not be thinking about hanging, but they might be worried about the upcoming school year. So it's best that you have an open conversation with them if you hear them utter that phrase.

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