The Big O Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that makes a difference in the lives of people struggling with mental health issues. Setbacks are comebacks for people who want to be great” —Owen Skelley NORTH LIBERTY, IOWA, USA, Aug. 10, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — Mental health issues can encompassRead More →

By Dom Stevens – August 10, 2022 A new community exhibit called The Last Photo will be up in Chesterfield for World Suicide Prevention Day. This impactful exhibition will share lived stories around mental health and suicide in a safe and supportive space. The event will also highlight the powerRead More →

North East Scotland Public Services are joining forces to urge anyone with suicidal thoughts to come forward and volunteer for help. The Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH), NHS Grampian and Police Scotland aim to better serve their local communities by sharing information and resources, as the most turbulent twoRead More →

A BARBER in Pontypool has undergone special training to enable him to spot potential signs of suicidal thoughts in his clients – and how to give them the support they need. James Austin, owner of Austin & Co on Commercial Street, decided to take the course run by The LionsRead More →

CALEDONIA – The Livingston County Suicide Prevention Task Force and partners will present a program on Operation SAVE at 10 a.m. on August 6 at First Presbyterian Church, 3080 Main St. Operation SAVE is a Veterans Administration-specific suicide prevention program. The presentation, “An Introduction to Suicide Prevention,” will include anRead More →

Researchers led by the Telethon Kids Institute have developed Australia’s first comprehensive guidelines for clinical and community services supporting LGBTQA+ young people at risk of suicide. This article contains a discussion of suicide prevention strategies. The guidelines are aimed at health professionals, community service providers and all organizations that haveRead More →

NEW BEDFORD – When the new National Suicide Prevention Lifeline #988 was rolled out last month, the SouthCoast LGBTQ+ Network knew it would be a helpful resource to further address the rise in teen suicides within the LGBTQ+ community . “Kids know 911, 911, 911 in an emergency, hopefully soonRead More →

The government will launch Kenya’s first suicide prevention strategy this morning. The strategy developed by the Ministry of Health provides a framework of interventions to reduce suicide mortality in the country by 10% over the next four years. The launch comes amid growing concerns about an alarming rise in suicides.Read More →

By Staci Knox In a great post-fight interview, professional fighter Paddy Pimblett recently opened about the loss of a friend by suicide. “I woke up Friday morning at 4 a.m. with a message that a friend of mine back home had committed suicide,” Pimblett said. “There’s a stigma in thisRead More →

https://www.facebook.com/watch?v=816247643115726 – Content warning: This article contains discussion of suicide. — Currently, suicide is the leading cause of death among young people. Between 2010 and 2020, the suicide rate has increased among young people aged 18 to 24. Young people also have the highest rates of hospitalization for intentional self-harm.Read More →

July 29—BORDEN — A local school corporation invites families and community members to engage in conversation on a difficult topic. Borden-Henryville School Corp. will present a “Let’s Talk” dinner and discussion on suicide prevention from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Borden High School. The talk will include a presentationRead More →

There’s a new number you can call if you’re feeling desperate. This number is 988. This is the new National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline issue when you, or someone you know, is in the throes of a sanity battle. “There are times when you feel like you’re in a reallyRead More →

BRANSON, Mo. (KY3) – Taney County Health Department staff were recently trained in a suicide prevention program. The program is called QPR, which stands for question, persuade, refer. Three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Taney County health officials hope to expand the training to other agencies inRead More →

WASHINGTON, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — About Thursday July 28the Senate Appropriations Committee released the Departments of Labour, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Funding Bill for Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) that will support fiscal investments in health mental health and suicide prevention. Laurel StineExecutive Vice President andRead More →

FORT POLK, Louisiana – The Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk launched the first iteration of safeTALK suicide prevention training during newcomer orientation July 25 at the Education Center. In an effort to implement the senior mission commander’s “People First” priority, all assigned personnel will participate in the four-hourRead More →

Petition comes as new National Suicide Hotline is launched and new report finds alarming number of active duty service members are committing suicide (The Center Square) — Several groups are calling on Congress to pass a resolution commemorating a National Warrior Rolling Day to raise awareness and prevent suicide amongRead More →

FORT POLK, La. – The Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk launched the first iteration of safeTALK suicide prevention training during newcomer orientation July 25 at the Education Center. In an effort to implement the senior mission commander’s “People First” priority, all assigned personnel will participate in the four-hourRead More →

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Residents of San Diegan who are experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis, including suicidal thoughts, will be able to call or text 988 to get help for themselves or a loved one. dear. Veronica Campbell, a licensed marriage and family therapist, joined KUSI’s Lauren PhinneyRead More →

The new 988 Suicide & Crisis lifeline allows more people to reach out in times of distress. More than 96,000 people have contacted the new crisis hotline since its launch on July 16, according to multiple reports. This represents a 45% increase in contacts compared to the previous week withRead More →

ANN ARBOR, MI — An Ann Arbor-based nonprofit will seek to educate, inspire and entertain at an upcoming live fundraising event. Garrett’s Space, an Ann Arbor-based suicide prevention nonprofit, is hosting Go24forGarrett’sSpace, a 24-hour live fundraiser on 9/11. The live lineup is filled with musical performances, presentations from inspirational speakersRead More →

People in need of immediate mental health assistance can now dial or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org and be connected with trained counselors who are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network . Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The newRead More →

Members of a group called LaGrange Teen Suicide Prevention met Saturday at the home of co-founder Josie Miller. They celebrated the recent accomplishments of some members. Some were finishing college and others were finishing high school. The event included a picnic and was special, Miller said. Students are an incredibleRead More →

Mental health remains a serious issue in society, and Warren County mental health professionals are encouraging sufferers to seek help before it’s too late. The National Suicide Prevention Hotline changed its number to 988 on July 16. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 assistance to peopleRead More →

According to the protocol, unit commanders, regimental doctors and subordinate leaders identify and advise employees who are at high risk of stress. According to the government, motivational speeches are given to everyone and stress markers and stress warning signals are observed. According to information communicated to Parliament by the MinistryRead More →

Inmate suicide prevention is central to correctional training and day-to-day prison operations. And for good reason: suicide represents 1.7% of all deaths in the United States, but 30% of all deaths in prison. Nearly 10% of prisons experienced a suicide in 2019 – a figure that does not include suicideRead More →

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. (AFNS) — The National Suicide Prevention Hotline is launching a new speed dial option nationwide starting July 16. Anyone in the United States can call or text 9-8-8 anytime of the day, seven days a week, to receive assistance with aRead More →

When a person dials 988, they are connected to a qualified emergency adviser. SAMHSA predicts the new code will help reduce pressure on the 911 system by redirecting mental health calls. Currently, less than 2% of emergency calls require a connection to emergency services. “We understand that this is notRead More →

A comprehensive suicide prevention policy among serving naval personnel has been in effect since April 12 this year, the Ministry of Defense told parliament. File photo of Indian Navy personnel taking a moment to click on an image. (PTI) The Indian Navy has put in place a policy to addressRead More →

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Launches New Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988 Lifeline is available for mental health and suicide crisis support seven days a week, 24 hours a day. By Alex Saurman Jul 19, 2022 On Saturday, 988 was officially launched as a new lifeline for suicide andRead More →

Michigan has joined the nation in transitioning to the 988 dialing code, which will operate through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s existing network of more than 200 locally run and funded crisis centers across the country. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline switched to 988 on July 16. “IssueRead More →

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – Wichita State University (WSU) presents Suspenders4Hope Suicide Prevention Training on Thursday, July 21 at 10 a.m. at Phoenix Gym, 145 N Wabash in Wichita. Dr. Jessica Provines, Wichita State Assistant Vice President for Wellness and Chief Psychologist, will lead the free training. It will be openRead More →

Promotional image courtesy of TDS, St. George News/Cedar City News CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — A new three-digit number – 988 – that will connect people to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now in effect. Promotional image courtesy of TDS, St. George News/Cedar City News People can call, text orRead More →

The new 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which launched over the weekend, isn’t specifically aimed at veterans, but advocates hope the resource will provide an easier place for veterans and service members dealing with emergencies. Mental Health. “The new, shorter issue directly addresses the need for ease of access andRead More →

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. From Saturday, people with suicidal thoughts or other mental health crises can call a new three-digit hotline, 988, for help. The National SuicideRead More →

DENVER (KDVR) — Starting Saturday, Americans will have a new, simplified way to talk to mental health professionals in a crisis, as access to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will be as easy as dialing 988. Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners, a nonprofit that already operates the Colorado Crisis Service line,Read More →

A suicide prevention campaign uses photography to send a powerful message. Called The last Picture, he shares the last photo of someone before they died by suicide. The image is accompanied by a story about the person, told by the family or friends who shared it. The last Picture isRead More →

A new phone and text number for those with suicidal thoughts will go into effect nationwide on July 16. The new three-digit code, 988, was developed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to create an easier way to access mental health assistance. . “The ability to send text messages wouldRead More →

In times of crisis, there are often seconds spent calling for help. For people struggling with suicidal thoughts, those seconds can mean the difference between life and death. That’s why the National Suicide Prevention Hotline number is changing. “On the 16th, when this happens, every person in the state ofRead More →

Caitlin Gregory, a master’s student from Portland, Tennessee, is in her second year in the Psychological Sciences program. Gregory recently returned from a week-long visit to the University of Groningen in the Netherlands where she completed the on-site part of her internship with 113 Suicide Prevention, the Dutch national centerRead More →

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Surviving a child is one of the worst experiences a parent can have, and now an Omaha family must go on without their beloved 20-year-old Gracie Jaimes. This family is not alone. Thousands of people across the country each year mourn the loss of loved onesRead More →

This week, a new three-digit number will be launched for those wishing to join the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The current hotline number is 1-800-273-TALK (8255), but starting Saturday, those in need of help can dial or text 988. The National Suicide Hotline Designation Act was introduced by Republican SenatorRead More →

When it comes to mental health, time can be of the essence. Especially when someone is in crisis and needs help. This weekend, the new National Three-Digit Suicide Prevention Lifeline goes live across the country, saving time where it matters most. Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin was a strong voice inRead More →

By CATHY DYSON THE FREE SPEAR STAR Too often after a suicide, Michelle Wagaman hears the same four words from someone who knew the victim: “If only I knew. In her work with the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, she helps train people on how to recognize a potential crisisRead More →

Too often after a suicide, Michelle Wagaman hears the same four words from someone who knew the victim: “If only I knew. In her work with the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, she helps train people on how to recognize a possible crisis and guide someone through the steps toRead More →

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State Department of Education has awarded the Institute of Rural Health a one-year, $40,000 grant to address suicide prevention programs at the Idaho State University. The Garrett Lee Smith-Post Secondary Suicide Prevention Grant, administered by the Idaho Lives Project, is in its first year,Read More →

“The need for quick, easy, and reliable access to emotional support and crisis counseling in the United States has never been greater. The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the stressors facing Americans face. Too often, these stressors lead to suicidal and mental health crises,” said Tom Coderre, acting assistant secretaryRead More →

According to the Centers for Disease Control, suicide is the second leading cause of death nationwide among young people between the ages of 10 and 14. Harford County partners educate and train community members to respond. To raise awareness, the Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy has developed publicRead More →

Join the effort to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by Suicide CHICAGO, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Registration is now open for the Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk, an annual event that helps prevent suicide and brings hope to those affected by suicide. Sponsored byRead More →

WEST CHESTER, PA —Volunteers handed out hundreds of carnations and thank you notes to Chester County Hospital employees to show their appreciation for their dedication to helping others. The ‘Carnation Day’ event was organized last week by Care Team, part of the Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force. This isRead More →

Those across the United States will soon be able to dial a three-digit number to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors. Starting July 16, dialing 988 will direct callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This is something that has been in the works for years. AfterRead More →

Two recently introduced mental health efforts are hailed by local leaders in the Valley. U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) last week introduced a bill to support children and teens with mental health issues or addictions. Additionally, 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing codeRead More →

NHS 24 and the National Suicide Prevention Leadership Group (NSPLG) are offering new support for people living with suicidal thoughts or considering ending their lives. Short video clips are hosted on NHS inform, where people across Scotland tell their individual stories. The people featured generously share the ways they haveRead More →

Editor’s Note: This story is about suicide. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. INDIANAPOLIS — After a years-long process, researchers at Indiana University have validated a screening tool that can detect suicide risk, which can save countlessRead More →

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) – If you or someone you love is having suicidal thoughts, help will soon be in triple digits. Just dial 988. “As of July 16, if you text or call this number, we will put you directly in touch with a member of the crisis callRead More →

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – A former Navy SEAL from Virginia Beach works hard to raise awareness and funds to help combat the suicide rate among veterans and first responders. Monty Heath, husband and father of two sons, just completed a cross-country bike ride from Oceanside, Calif., to Annapolis, Maryland, asRead More →

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Offutt’s Chaplain Corps conducted a suicide prevention class using Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training inside Capehart Chapel on June 16. ASIST was created by LivingWorks in 1983, and chaplains use their training to help prevent suicides. Chaplains are equipping AirmenRead More →

Monday, June 27, 2022, 12:22 PMPress release: Ministry of Health New Director of Office of Suicide Prevention puts people at heart of mahi The Ministry of Health announced today that Matthew Tukaki (Ngāi Te Rangi) has been appointed as the new Director of the Office of Suicide Prevention. Acting deputyRead More →

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) — Dozens of community and faith leaders gathered Friday at Messiah Lutheran Church in Marquette for special suicide prevention training. The idea of ​​this training is to give faith leaders the tools to have courageous conversations about suicide. Michelle Snyder, director of the Soul Shop movement, toldRead More →

Joe Hall takes a break from his journey along US 40 between South Vienna and Springfield on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Hall is walking across America as part of a fundraiser for the health unit behavior of Dayton children. BILL LACKEY/STAFF Credit: Bill Lackey Credit: Bill Lackey Joe Hall takesRead More →

New support is offered to people living with suicidal thoughts. NHS 24 health chiefs have teamed up with the National Suicide Prevention Leadership Group (NSPLG) to launch a series of video clips featuring people who have found ways to live beyond their suicidal thoughts or intentions. The aim of theRead More →

New York lawmakers have work to do before reaching agreement on legislation requiring all teachers in grades 7 through 12 to be trained to respond when a student exhibits suicidal tendencies. Youth suicides have reached an all-time high, with suicide being the second leading cause of death among young people,Read More →

Confidential Recovery, an outpatient drug rehab for veterans of San Diegohosted the VA Suicide Prevention Team to educate and empower those who know and work with veterans. SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Twenty-two serving and former military personnel commit suicide every day. On June 2Confidential Recovery, an outpatientRead More →

Suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (Calm), alongside partner Adam & Eve/DDB, has released a heartbreaking film that aims to make the emotional subject matter a priority. ‘The Last Photo’ was directed by Max Fisher and debuted today on ITV’s This Morning. In the feature, viewers see a sequenceRead More →

The Last Photo is a new UK-wide campaign from suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), created with adam & eveDDB in London, which aims to offer practical advice on what to what suicidal behavior might look like and how to help loved ones you might be worried about.Read More →

Mount Hope Bridge (RITBA) PORTSMOUTH, RI (WLNE) – Two Flock cameras will be placed on either side of the Mount Hope Bridge, following a 6-1 vote by Portsmouth City Council last week. The city says it’s to address the risk of suicide on the bridge. The cameras can detect andRead More →

Mental health issues, self-harming behaviors and suicide are all too common in the diabetes community. Learn what statistics mean; be sure to share these suicide prevention resources with anyone you know who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts. This article includes helpful resources and statistics; However, if you are currentlyRead More →

From July 16, people seeking mental health services can call 988 to access counselors and response teams from the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Calls will be redirected to the current number, 1-800-273-8255, which will remain operational during and after the 988 expansion. The new number is intended to makeRead More →

There is a sharp increase in mental health disorders, full manic illnesses and even suicides across the socio-economic spectrum across the globe. The number of reported suicide cases is shocking, and what is more troubling is the unknown number of unreported cases. There is a misplaced school of thought, whichRead More →

Jeremy Rockliff, Prime Minister Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing The Tasmanian Government is working to reduce suicide rates in Tasmania and is seeking input from the Tasmanian community to inform the development of the third Tasmanian Suicide Prevention Strategy, which is expected to be released by the end ofRead More →

TOMPKINS COUNTY, NY – The Tompkins County Suicide Prevention and Crisis Service (SPCS) began in 1969 after local Ithacans lobbied for such services after several suicide deaths of University students Cornell. During this first year, the center received 387 calls; in 2021, the center received more than 6,000 calls. InRead More →

At least one military veteran or active duty member died by suicide every week in El Paso County last year, according to the coroner’s 2021 death inquest report released Tuesday. “The number is staggering,” said Damian McCabe, director of military affairs and behavioral health for UCHealth, which operates three hospitalsRead More →

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will use 988 as its official dialing code beginning July 16, 2022. The old 10-digit number will continue to operate. A tweet posted on June 6 which has since gotten nearly 40,000 retweets alerted people that the suicide prevention lifeline number would change in July.Read More →

“Moner Dorjae Amra” – a special suicide prevention campaign jointly organized by Moner Bondhu, a mental health care provider, and the multinational company Daraz – was held at Jahangirnagar University on Monday, May 30, 2022 with the support from Jahangirnagar University Debating Society – JUDS. The campaign sparked a massiveRead More →

Vermont will join the rest of the United States in launching 988 as an emergency phone number for mental health distress and crises. The number is expected to become active and accessible on July 16. Photo illustration by Natalie Williams/VTDigger Vermont will join the rest of the nation in launchingRead More →

11 Elements of the Air Force Suicide Prevention Program: The AF suicide prevention program is built on 11 overlapping core elements that emphasize leadership and community involvement in suicide prevention. Leadership Involvement: FA leaders actively support all suicide prevention initiatives in the community. Addressing Suicide Prevention through Professional Military Education:Read More →

Register to our daily newsletter Neve Anderson, 17, from Hylton Redhouse, started competing in beauty pageants last year and has since used her platform to launch a mental health campaign to raise money for charity Mind UK. The young fundraiser also left notes on the Queen Alexandra Bridge and inRead More →

Did you know that before anything else – car accidents, drowning, illness or disease – the leading cause of death here in the state for teens and young adults is actually suicide? A family shares their story of loss and what they are doing to spread hope. “It was devastating,”Read More →

Wolverhampton Council The Look Out For Wolverhampton website provides essential information, resources and contact details for anyone having suicidal thoughts or who knows someone in the same situation. Developed by the Wolverhampton Suicide Prevention Stakeholder Forum, the site encourages people to contact them if they have a problem. Clare Dickens,Read More →

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) – In just over a month, a new suicide prevention lifeline will be activated and taking calls from those in crisis. For the past year, the Sioux Falls Helpline has been busy preparing for the July 16 launch date. This includes the 211 supervisor whose outreachRead More →

Behavioral health Addressing challenges and priorities through the fiduciary role By Sue Ellen Wagner I recently spoke with Cathy Frank, MD, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Services at Henry Ford Health, to learn more about how the health care system is addressing suicide prevention, a publicRead More →

State health officials and crisis call centers are preparing to launch the 988 suicide prevention hotline next month, which advocates say will help more people and reduce the stigma surrounding suicide. Starting July 16, the three-digit phone number 988 will become the national dialing code for the National Suicide PreventionRead More →

GREENVILLE, SC – The mental health version of 911 is set to launch nationwide next month in hopes it will be a game-changer for preventing suicide and other emergencies, but some mental health professionals fear of not being prepared to handle the expected flood of calls. . “We have allRead More →

Press release (Stillwater, Okla.) — This article is the first in a series highlighting the 22 nonprofit partner organizations supported by theUnited Way of Payne County. United Way is dedicated to improving the lives of people in Payne County by investing donated dollars in nonprofit organizations that focus on promotingRead More →

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY FIVETHIRTYEIGHT / GETTY IMAGES The following is an updated version of This articlepublished in 2019. Imagine a doctor who wanted to treat a broken leg with chemotherapy. Or treat the cancer with a cast. Just because cancer and broken legs are things that happen to the bodyRead More →

JANE LEW, W.Va. — The Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center hosted a suicide prevention forum Sunday, building community engagement partnerships. The forum was held at the Broad Run Baptist Church in Jane Lew, showcasing the US military as well as veteran culture and suicide prevention among those who servedRead More →

Dirty money taken from a teenage gang leader and his team will go to help suicide prevention charity James’ Place. Baby-faced Harry O’Brien was the 16-year-old boss of a cannabis mob behind three shootings and a firebombing. ECHO won a legal battle to name him when he was locked upRead More →

Suicide is a major problem, especially in Nevada, where the state ranks 9e in the country for suicide deaths. It is also the 9e leading cause of death in Nevada and the second leading cause of death for children ages 10-24 nationally. These statistics were collected by the AFSP. IntermountainRead More →

A Newry-based suicide prevention charity is aiming to break a Guinness World Record by staging the biggest truck race in history this weekend, in memory of a local man. The ‘Keep Er Lit for PIPS’ truck race will take place in Camlough on Saturday at 11am, which also marks theRead More →

Seeing the turnaround of people coming through the Belfast doors of West Wellbeing, in terms of mental health and wellbeing, is what drives Desy Jones (57) to keep doing what he does as director of care services. West Wellbeing is a community mental health center,” says Desy. “We are primarilyRead More →

PETALING JAYA: Safety nets, sensors, and suicide avoidance devices can delay a suicide attempt, but the only preventative measure for such incidents is human contact. Director of Communications Engineering Department at Mara University of Technology, Dr Mohamad Fahmi Hussin, said engineers could come up with the latest gadgets and technologies,Read More →

The University of Arizona recently launched its Suicide Prevention Initiative website to provide support for students and engage in destigmatizing conversations about mental health and suicide prevention. The preexisting suicide prevention initiative “had a website and we knew it could have a bigger impact and be more useful to people,”Read More →

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Ahead of Memorial Day, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs launched the Mission Daybreak Challenge: a $20 million competition and accelerator program to drive innovation to reduce suicide deaths among veterans. “To end veteran suicide, we must use every tool available,” VA Secretary Denis McDonough said in a statement WednesdayRead More →

The following is a press release from the Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline. BOISE — The name has been updated, but the mission remains the same — to support Idahoans in emotional crisis. Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline, a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s nationwide network of more thanRead More →

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the latest in a series of stories related to National Mental Health Awareness Month. SIOUX FALLS — In May 2014, Erik Muckey seemed to have it all as a graduate student at the University of South Dakota at Vermillion. He arrived on campus as a freshmanRead More →

AManda Dodsworth no longer crosses the MacKay Bridge. Not since last spring. “I cry a lot when I do that,” she says. In late March 2021, one of his closest childhood friends took his own life by jumping off the bridge that sits 55 meters above the northern end ofRead More →