SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Every year thousands of people die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family to navigate the tragedy of loss. Too often, the feelings of shame and stigma prevent them from having open conversations. In an effort to discuss this highly “taboo and stigmatized” topic, it’s a time to share stories and resources. This month is an opportunity to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals suffering from suicidal thoughts into treatment. “The truth is, we can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health conditions and suicide, September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Every year thousands of people die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family to navigate the tragedy of loss. Too often, the feelings of shame and stigma prevent them from having open conversations. In an effort to discuss this highly “taboo and stigmatized” topic, it’s a time to share stories and resources. This month is an opportunity to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals suffering from suicidal thoughts into treatment. “The truth is, we can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health conditions and suicide, because just one conversation can change a life.”
If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts or know someone who is, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255) because just one conversation can change a life.” If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts or know someone who is, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).
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