But you gotta live right now.
You got everything to give right now.

Logic – 1-800-273-8255 ft. Alessia Cara, Khalid

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This is a time to share information and resources to help shed light on this stigmatized topic. According to the CDC, suicide rates have increased by 30% since 1999. Each year, more than 41,000 individuals die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family members to navigate the tragedy of loss. Suicide rates for women aged 45 to 64 jumped by a whopping 63 percent, the study found, while suicide among young women aged 10 to 14 jumped at an even higher rate, although based on a much smaller number of suicides. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background.

While suicide prevention is important to address all year, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month provides a dedicated time to come together about this difficult topic. Let’s have some real conversations about suicide, because just one conversation can change a life.

We should not suffer in silence. Let’s talk….

Crisis Resources

If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).

If you’re uncomfortable talking on the phone, you can also text NAMI to 741-741 to be connected to a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. Here are some links to help answer any frequently asked questions, also know as FAQs and resources in regards to information, crisis and awareness.

If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to email us. I can help direct you to a resource that can help get you the information you need. Help promote awareness by sharing images and graphics on your website and social media accounts. Use #SuicidePrevention or #StigmaFree. Don’t forget to like, follow, share and comment! Thanks for reading!