National Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide Prevention Month is observed every September. 

There are many ways to offer awareness during Suicide Prevention Month. Some ideas include:

organizing or participating in a suicide prevention walk or run, holding a candlelight vigil, creating and sharing social media content about suicide prevention, writing an article or blog post about suicide prevention, and donating to a suicide prevention organization. 

By spreading awareness about suicide prevention, we can help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and save lives.

Studies have shown that it is difficult to predict who will attempt or die by suicide. However, there are certain risk factors that may make someone more likely to consider or attempt suicide. Some of these risk factors include a history of mental health problems, substance abuse, a family history of suicide, relationship problems, and job or financial problems. If someone is exhibiting any of these risk factors, it is important to get them help from a mental health professional.