Personally, I joined the community of survivors in the 70's when my father died by suicide. Conversations have come a long way since then, but we still have a very long way to go! https://afsp.org/ive-lost-someone/
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A safety plan is an important tool, that you create when you are in a good place, a safe place, a better state of mind - that is what you will do if and when you are thinking about harming yourself or taking your life. #suicideprevention #safetyfirst #safetyplan It's YOUR plan, for YOU
Is #suicideprevention different for #veterans - yes and there are resources that let them speak in confidence to people who understand the experience of war, conflict, and serving. And the do NOT need to be enrolled in benefits to access the care and support they need. #988 and press 1 and or TEXT 838255
Yes #suicideprevention includes talking to your kids and teens, just like you discuss other health issues. And teaching them where to find and access #resources. It's important for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles to know more, and know risk factors and signs too. Here is the link I mentioned: https://afsp.org/teens-and-suicide-what-parents-should-know/
Have you heard this myth? And did you know about the solutions? Or the #resources? #suicideprevention #housing #food #sleep #income #myth #fact #211 #988
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