How can we help ourselves, our loved ones and other military family members who may be at risk of suicide? With a variety of resources available to all military members, veterans and families. As a U.S. Army Command Sgt. Major Michael Gragg, the Defense Health Agency’s top executive, said inRead More →

The organization is the largest private funder of suicide research in the world NEW YORK , October 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Much of what we know today about understanding and preventing suicide is due to research, such as the fact that 90% of people who die by suicide have anRead More →

Message from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Suicide is a serious public health problem affecting individuals, families and communities across the country. Fortunately, we know that suicide can be prevented. To help states and communities plan and prioritize suicide prevention activities, the CDC’s National Center for InjuryRead More →

Content warning: This article includes mentions of suicide, suicidal ideation and mental health issues. A team that includes Brown researchers received a $15 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health in late September to create a national suicide prevention center. The establishment of the center began earlier thisRead More →

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The University of Windsor will launch its first ongoing suicide prevention initiative with the campus community with a kick-off breakfast during University of Windsor Campus Mental Health Day on Tuesday, October 25. The It Matters That You’re Here initiative is a campaign to unite students, faculty and staff in effortsRead More →

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For decades, people in the United States struggling with a mental health crisis have typically called 911 for help. But most local law enforcement agencies were not set up to deal with such emergencies, so callers often did not get the help they needed. In July, the Substance Abuse andRead More →

LEXINGTON, Kentucky (October 19, 2022) — University of Kentucky Human Resources, in conjunction with UK HealthCare’s Healthy Kentucky Initiative, is offering free online training to help employees who know someone with mental illness become a mental health champion and learn how to save a life through research-backed suicide prevention. trainingRead More →

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Suicide is one of the top two causes of death in the military, and suicide rates among this population have increased over the past 20 years. “Beyond the tragic loss of life, military suicides have broad repercussions for family and friends as well as fellow service members,Read More →

I am happy that people can seek help more quickly by having easier access to emotional support, especially for people aged 10 to 29 in the high suicide risk group. These efforts include the Samaritans of Singapore’s Care Text messaging service via WhatsApp, a 24-hour hotline and an email liaisonRead More →

Greenwood High School students Ava Smith, in purple, and Lilli Vaziri, to Smith’s immediate right, pose for a photo with family and friends during an Out of Darkness community march September 10 in Indianapolis. Smith and Vaziri are planning a Light in the Darkness walk at Greenwood High School onRead More →

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month was in September, but as many of us know, people who have suicidal thoughts experience an ongoing struggle. Many of us suffer from suicidal thoughts. You are not alone, so let’s travel together and find a breakthrough. Recently, I had the fantastic opportunity to speak withRead More →

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts or is in crisis, you can get help by calling or texting 988 for Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or texting “HOME” to 741-741. Veterans can choose to contact the Veterans Crisis Line, accessible by calling 988 and thenRead More →

There has been a lot of talk about the recently published large randomized clinical trial (519 participants) sponsored by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) of lithium versus placebo to prevent suicide attempts, hospitalizations to prevent suicide and deaths after a previous attempt.1 The distinguished group of investigators foundRead More →

The CDC reports that suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people aged 10 to 24. DES MOINES, Iowa — The third leading cause of death among young people ages 10 to 24 is suicide, according to the CDC. This report caught the attention of the DesRead More →

As many organizations wrap up the celebration of Suicide Prevention Month in September, suicide prevention should remain at the forefront of our organizational mental health and wellness initiatives. Remember that suicide is a response to psychological and/or emotional pain that causes mental suffering. For many of those who lost theirRead More →

JACKSONVILLE, NC (WITN) – Monday was World Mental Health Day. According to Veterans Affairs Canada’s annual suicide report, suicide is the second leading cause of death for all veterans between the ages of 18 and 44. Now, resources are being expanded to help reduce these rates among service members. MentalRead More →

“It’s about focusing on how we can provide answers that meet the needs of the individual rather than a system that is largely ‘you come to us,’” Lourey said. The recent state budget included $60 million for ‘universal aftercare’, which allows anyone who presents to a hospital, GP or otherRead More →

A new meta-analysis of modern lithium trials found no evidence that the drug prevents suicide or non-fatal suicidal behavior. The study included 12 randomized controlled trials ( RCTs ) comparing lithium with placebo or usual care for mood disorders, enrolling 2,578 participants. The researchers found that the difference between lithiumRead More →

A new suicide prevention campaign has launched today, on World Mental Health Day (October 10), to provide free online Zero Suicide Alliance training to everyone in Hertfordshire. Created by Integrated Care Partnerships across Hertfordshire and Essex in association with Thurrock and Brentwood Mind, the #LetsTalkAboutSuicideHerts campaign aims to encourage conversationsRead More →

The average person can read about 200 to 300 words per minute. This article is about 1,350 words, which means it will take you about five and a half minutes to read. If you read it twice (just to make sure you don’t miss anything), that’s 11 minutes. Not much,Read More →

CARBONDALE, IL — Southern Illinois University Carbondale will host a suicide prevention and mental health awareness event on the lawn of the university’s Morris Library on Monday. The “Send Silence Packing” event will include a display of backpacks placed on the lawn of the library, with each backpack representing aRead More →

OREM, Utah — One day, a conference with a lifetime of potential opportunities. That’s how the organizers summed up this year’s suicide prevention conference at Utah Valley University. Retired California Highway Patrol Sgt. Kevin Briggs was the keynote speaker. He shared his experiences as the so-called “Guardian of the GoldenRead More →

Our prayers are with the family of Mr. Jamal McBride, son of Mrs. Jackie McBride and the late Ananias McBride, Sr. He passed away September 26 and will be memorialized Saturday, October 8 at 1:00 a.m. at Sherman Hill UM Church. The public viewing will be Friday, October 7 fromRead More →

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, increasing by approximately 30% between 2000 and 2018. A suicide death occurs every 11 minutes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2020, an estimated 45,979 lives were lost by suicide. However, statistics showRead More →

Photo courtesy Abigail Alvarez On World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day, Pathways Center and AnotherWay Foundation ensured that no one walks alone. Pathways, a local behavioral healthcare organization, and AnotherWay, a non-profit organization supporting mental health services, organized the National Suicide Prevention Awareness Walk and Coping Skills Fair “Nobody walk alone”Read More →

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a $5 million multi-agency pilot program aimed at reducing suicide among vulnerable groups in Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Saratoga counties. Funded through a grant from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and administered by the state Office of Mental Health, Capital Connect willRead More →

In its first year, over 1,000 volunteers signed up for a program to support people in Cornwall who are having suicidal thoughts. The news comes as the county prepares to mark World Mental Health Day on Monday, October 10. The “Orange Button Community Scheme” was launched last September with theRead More →

The loss of a life can be devastating, but the loss of a life by suicide is particularly tragic. About nine Australians commit suicide every day, and it is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15 to 44. Suicide attempts are more common, with some estimates indicating thatRead More →

Residents of Fannin County witnessed a feat on October 1 during the Pearls of Honor ceremony that preceded Fannin Walk 4 Hope at Legacy Ridge in Bonham, as family and friends represented four beings loved ones who had succumbed to suicide. They represented the many others who have walked theRead More →

The compelling story of a teenage girl with seemingly everything going for her and her fall into private despair that inspires her to attempt suicide is an area of ​​mental health, youth activists and the County Suicide Prevention Coalition from Yavapai want to share with teens and parents this week.Read More →

Theodore Beauchaine and Kristin Valentino University of Notre Dame psychologists Theodore Beauchaine and Kristin Valentino received the National Institutes of Health’s Transformative Research Award for researching two promising new interventions to reduce the risk of suicide in vulnerable youth. Part of the NIH’s high-risk, high-reward research program, the award supportsRead More →

(Credit: Unsplash) This article was written exclusively for The European Sting by Mr. Abdul Rehman, a third-year MBBS student from Allama Iqbal Medical College. The author is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations (IFMSA), a cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this article belongRead More →

It’s Suicide Prevention Month, and a local community hopes to reduce those deaths one conversation at a time. Experts say there are 50,000 suicide deaths a year in this country, more among teenagers. “We’ve probably all been touched by suicide, we’ve known someone,” said Margaret Watt, director of prevention servicesRead More →

A woman participating in the walk shares her story of loss and mental health issues. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Out of Darkness Community Walk is taking place Saturday in Sacramento to raise awareness about suicide prevention. A woman participating in the walk shares her story of loss and mental healthRead More →

By: Heather Ward, Special Assistant, Office of Post-Secondary Education IIf you need help with a suicide or mental health crisis, or are worried about someone else, please call or text 988 or visit the National Suicide Prevention chat Lifeline to connect with a trained crisis counsellor. As U.S. Department ofRead More →

Building Hope Together: Scottish Suicide Prevention Strategy 2022-2023: Easy Reading Introduction Suicide is what we call when a person ends their own life. The Scottish Government and the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) have developed a strategy to reduce suicides in Scotland. A strategy is a long term planRead More →

Sources of support We know that the contents of this strategy can have an emotional impact on those who read this document. Support is always available and you may find the following useful. breathing space Breathing Space is Scotland’s mental health helpline for people with symptoms of low mood, depressionRead More →

CAMP WALKER, Republic of Korea – U.S. Army Daegu Garrison hosted two Resilience Day events in September as part of Suicide Prevention Month initiatives focused on raising awareness within the community. Held at Camp Walker on September 8 and Camp Carroll on September 27, the open house-style events brought communityRead More →

New approach to reducing suicide in Scotland. Suicide prevention will be strengthened as the government and COSLA release a 10-year strategy to address the factors and inequalities that can lead to suicide. The strategy will build on levers across national and local government to address underlying social issues that canRead More →

GREAT FALLS — September is Suicide Prevention Month, and although we’re less than a week away from the end of the month, that doesn’t mean that the issue of suicide and mental health has ceased to be important. According to the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, MontanaRead More →

As Suicide Prevention Month draws to a close this week, the University of Maryland continues to ramp up its long-term suicide prevention efforts. This semester, the University Counseling Center begins rolling out TERPS (Training to Assess, Respond, and Prevent Suicide) for Terps, a three-hour training program designed to teach staffRead More →

Footnotes [1] 1 CDC web-based injury statistics query and reporting system [2] CDC ABES [3] Moses, T. (2018). Suicide attempts in adolescents with self-reported disabilities. Child Psychiatry and Human Development49(3), 420-433. [4] Johns, MM, Lowry, R., Andrzejewski, J., Barrios, LC, Demissie, Z., McManus, T.,… & Underwood, JM (2019). Transgender identityRead More →

In July, the federal government launched a national 988 dialing code for suicide prevention and 24/7 crisis support. Since the number was implemented, calls to the four centers Minnesota qualified counselors for suicide support and resources increased by 44%, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Minnesota also saw aRead More →

The Campbell County Prevention Council (CCPC) is a coalition of community-based individuals and organizations working to improve community safety and health, focusing on substance abuse and prevention for youth, adults and families. Since August, they have partnered with local businesses for a campaign to raise awareness of resources for suicideRead More →

Content Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of suicide. * * * Led by Dr. Patrick Sullivan and Dr. Samantha Meltzer-Brody, the UNC Suicide Prevention Institute is a new addition to the UNC campus, with the goal of reducing “patient morbidity and mortality from suicide” at the inside and outside theRead More →

If you are close to someone who has recently had a suicidal crisis and may not have fully recovered. What do you think of their risk and what kind of support can you give them? It’s likely that you or someone else played a key role in encouragingRead More →

BIG RAPIDS – The newly founded organization Big Rapids Pride is hosting an educational workshop to educate the community about suicide prevention. Following the success of its inaugural festival in June, Pride Big Rapids is expanding its offering to include information and resources on suicide awareness and techniques to preventRead More →

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Missouri and Arkansas have some of the highest suicide rates in the nation. The Centers for Disease Control ranks both states in the Top 15. Health care providers in the Ozarks are prioritizing prevention more than ever. More than 40,000 Mercy colleagues completed a Zero SuicideRead More →

It’s a simple question, but when it comes to someone’s mental health, Nicholas Orlando called it “The best thing anyone can do.” “The trick is to create a space that someone feels safe in,” said Orlando, a licensed professional counselor practicing in Waynesburg. “It goes further if they know thereRead More →

BC government says it is investing $2 million to support improved care in the health system, including in emergency departments, for people who may be suicidal. British Columbia’s Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions announced the investment on Thursday, saying people struggling with mental health issues, particularly thoughts of suicideRead More →

ARLINGTON, Va. – Since 2016, the Department of Defense has honored exemplary programs from each military department, for their outstanding efforts to increase suicide prevention and community awareness through engagement throughout the month of September , which is Suicide Prevention Month. This year, the U.S. Army Garrison’s White Sands MissileRead More →

For the Navy, combat readiness means having the most advanced equipment and technology and the best trained personnel to win any battle, including mental battles. It’s a battle the Navy has been waging since the service was created, and with quite a few casualties. According to the Navy’s Human ResourcesRead More →

The State of Ohio offers a wide variety of suicide prevention resources. Credit: Katherine Simon | Lantern Reporter No one is alone and the State of Ohio is providing many resources as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is underway for the prevention and treatment of suicidal thoughts. Laura Lewis, Ohio State’sRead More →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 21, 2022 Contact: press@michigan.gov Governor Whitmer makes major investment in veteran suicide prevention LANSING, Mich.. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a $1.2 million investment in suicide prevention programs for veterans, improving the health and well-being of more than 550,000 Michigan veterans and their families. ThisRead More →

Campus-wide training highlights practical ways to provide support and resources to those struggling City College students read personal stories about suicide at the 2020 Active Minds Send Silence Packing event. Each backpack represents the life of a deceased student. Photo courtesy of City Student Mental Health According to National AllianceRead More →

On Nov. 8, 2019, 27-year-old Anthony “AJ” Buelow told his family he was going to a counseling session. But later that day he texted a family member to let them know where he was – and what he was up to. Thanks to the tracking of his mobile phone, theRead More →

Suicide is a difficult subject. Not only is there a lot of misunderstanding about suicide, but myths about why people choose suicide and who is at risk are pervasive. September is Suicide Prevention Month and a good time to review some facts about suicide and ways to prevent it. SuicideRead More →

Each of us has the power to be the one to help save the life of someone who may be in crisis or contemplating suicide. We can each be one, but how? Suicide hurts us all and no matter your life stage, income, gender, race or religion, suicide does notRead More →

Press release September 19, 2022 Contact information Observing September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, health officials remind Minnesotans that suicide is preventable, recovery is possible and help is available anytime by calling 988. Earlier this summer, the United States rolled out a three-digit national dialingRead More →

Suicide prevention is a complex and difficult problem for health systems to solve. If a patient is admitted to a hospital or behavioral health clinic, they may be well taken care of in the moment, but studies show that the first days and weeks after discharge are the most dangerousRead More →

Content Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of suicide and self-harm. * * * September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and Orange County members and community organizations host events to raise awareness and educate residents. In 2020, there were 1,436 suicide deaths among North Carolina residents. In Durham and Orange counties,Read More →

It’s time for your good news of the day, and it comes from the good guy Xbox and their studio The Coalition. The studio has pledged that 1% of all future armament of war-the related net income will be passed on to charities for the prevention of suicide. The CrisisRead More →

Although this is a difficult topic to talk about, it is a very important topic, as there are approximately 130 suicides a day in the United States. GREENWOOD, Ind. — September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Although this is a difficult topic to talk about, it is a very importantRead More →

CHICAGO (WLS) — Nine months after a complete spinal cord injury, Sarah Bingley is finding ways to cope. She found clever ways to drive her car with suggestions from other people with similar paralysis. At 19, she is looking for ways to achieve her goals and enjoy a new outlookRead More →

Calling suicide a public health emergency, a group of mental health providers and interested citizens met Thursday evening to build interest in the newly developed Suicide Task Force and brainstorm ways to ensure that people in crisis can find immediate help. According to Crisis Manager Brent Smith of Bedford-Somerset DevelopmentalRead More →

Photo Times Observer by Brian Ferry Art students from CORE and the Warren County School District are working together to spread an awareness message this month – Suicide Prevention Education Month. Pictured is Leah Carpenter’s work on a billboard on Warren’s east side. September is SuicideRead More →

September 16, 2022, 9:31 a.m. HST Families affected by suicide participated in MOE’s Youth Services Suicide Awareness Event. PC: MEO Baldwin High 9th grader Gianna Armbul-Okuda and Youth Services staff member Jacob Hara join the suicide awareness placard. PC: MEO MOE Youth Services hosted a suicide awareness event on Tuesday,Read More →

William ’75 and Dana Starling have pledged $25 million to the UNC School of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry to establish the UNC Suicide Prevention Institute. This donation will allow UNC experts to provide innovative and compassionate care to North Carolina patients while supporting research to better understand the neurobiology ofRead More →

Being able to freely communicate feelings without fear or judgment will help reduce stigma and raise awareness of mental health issues. This was highlighted by the British Deputy High Commissioner to Fiji, Paul Welsh, as the chief guest of World Suicide Prevention Day at Fiji National University’s Pasifika Campus. TheRead More →

Connect to Protect is the theme for this year’s Suicide Prevention Month. By connecting with and supporting those who think of harming themselves, we can provide them with the resources that could literally save their lives. (US Army graphic) (Photo credit: Greg Wilson) SEE THE ORIGINAL ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, Ill.Read More →

In honor of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, members of the USF community showcased different mental health resources that students can refer to in times of crisis. ORACLE PHOTO/ALEXANDRA URBAN Movements to destigmatize mental illness in recent years have become a beacon of hope within the mental health profession, accordingRead More →

Poets, singers, musicians and more gathered in the Bowyer Building on Tuesday evening to share vital works of art at Emporia’s first Words Save Lives event. The event was hosted and organized by Kerry Moyer as part of a series of statewide events. Words Save Lives was started in Lawrence,Read More →

Studies have shown that suicide was the leading cause of death among children and young adults in Scotland from 2011 to 2020 and that Scots living in the most deprived areas were twice as likely to commit suicide as those in the wealthiest . Analysis of the Scottish Suicide InformationRead More →

Connor Venstra, Personal editor September 13, 2022 Butterflies are used for Suicide Prevention Month as a symbol of hope. Huron County Suicide Prevention Coalition/Courtesy Photo September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and many organizations and businesses in Huron County are doing everything they can to let those suffering fromRead More →

Thousands of people in the Brazos Valley are affected by suicide every year, and it’s time to talk about it more, said Doug Vance, president of the Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention (BVCOSP). “It’s the elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about because it’s hard toRead More →

Aetna Better Health of Florida Raises Awareness of Suicide Prevention Month Through New Collaborative Partnership with The QPR Initiative The initiative offers the public a series of “Ask, Persuade and Refer” training courses to help providers, practitioners and social workers assess and identify suicidal ideation and symptoms of troubled mentalRead More →

Sept. 11 – ALBANY – Even through her mask, it was easy to tell Sara Cornwell had a smile on her face as she handed out candy and flyers to caregivers on an inpatient unit on the hospital’s main campus Phoebe Putney Memorial Friday morning. As the lead therapist inRead More →

According to Tara Rybka, community health coordinator for Transylvania Public Health, the number one cause of death among Transylvania county residents between the ages of 20 and 39 is suicide. The county’s overall death rate from suicide is 10 points higher than the state rate. Rybka was speaking last ThursdayRead More →

The campaign, which was just relaunched on September 10, was to ask the whole country, all Colombians, If they were considering suicide (“Have you thought about killing yourself?”)Residents and psychiatry students took to the streets in a suicide prevention day that involved asking a simple, straightforward question that could saveRead More →

Joe Tuia’ana speaks to participants during the presentation of the suicide prevention manual, the new LiveOn initiative. Utah launched its first all-Instagram free suicide prevention manual on September 6. (Photo courtesy of Adam Durfee) Utah launched its first all-Instagram suicide prevention handbook on September 6, with the goal of educatingRead More →

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Recognizing the warning signs and providing resources to someone in need could save lives. In 2020, suicide was the twelfth leading cause of death among Americans, according to the CDC. And for people aged 10 to 34, it was among the top three causesRead More →

September 10 is a day dedicated to suicide prevention awareness. It’s called World Suicide Prevention Day. The purpose of this day is to spread optimism, inspire individuals with hope and courage to overcome various life challenges and support those who feel helpless, depressed or defeated. Suicidal thoughts are common; theyRead More →

Mental health officials across the state remind New Yorkers of the new national 988 mental health crisis hotline and the importance of talking about these issues to erase the stigma as National Suicide Prevention Week continues. . ​September is National Suicide Prevention Month, or a campaign to raise awareness ofRead More →

CVN survey: Nearly a third (29%) of Americans think asking someone if they’re considering suicide can make them more likely to kill themselves STAMFORD, Conn., September 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Veteran suicide is a complex issue. There is no single cause or solution. However, some steps can be taken toRead More →

The FDA requires a warning about the increased risk of suicidal thoughts and actions for children and young adults up to age 25 who take antidepressants. According to the researchers, antidepressants given to healthy adult volunteers with no signs of depression doubled the risk of suicide. Recent research confirms whatRead More →

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Trigger warning: Discussions about suicide and suicidal ideation This week (September 4-10) is National Suicide Prevention Weekwhich aims to shed light on this leading cause of death and inspire individuals to learn more about suicide prevention and how it can help save lives. In 2020, suicide was among the topRead More →

After beginning construction in 2018, the Golden Gate Bridge Suicide Prevention Net System – a $211 million project that was envisioned in 2015 but has since suffered a series of setbacks, some spurred by the pandemic – is now expected to be completed by November 2023, two years after theRead More →

Photos: Abhijith N Kolpe Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (ANK) Mangaluru September 5: National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences Bengaluru, Father Muller medical college, Manashanthi Mangaluru, Suicide lifeline – a unit of SUSHEG charitable trust, lions club Balmatta, Leo club Roshni Mangaluru Balmatta in association withRead More →

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Community Suicide Prevention of Eastern Idaho has announced that its 2022 conference – titled “Stories of Hope Across the Lifespan” – will be held on September 9. The conference will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the ballroom of Idaho State University’s PondRead More →