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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. National Suicide Prevention Week is the Monday through Sunday surrounding World Suicide Prevention Day. It’s a time to share resources and stories, as well as promote suicide prevention awareness. World Suicide Prevention Day is September 10. It’s a time to remember those affected by suicide, to raise awareness and to focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it most.


Call to Action

Spanish Call to Action Graphics can be downloaded here. Also see the Action Alert PDF for Spanish-language captions.

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Research shows that people thinking about suicide feel better when someone cares and asks about them. Talking about suicide can help make those thoughts go away.

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Studies show that when lethal items are harder to get, fewer people die by suicide, and sometimes, fewer people try to end their lives.

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People feel less down, less like hurting themselves, less stressed, and more hopeful after talking to someone who listens without judgement.

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Studies show that helping someone build a support team and find resources can help them feel safer and more hopeful.

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Studies show that short intervention and ongoing support can be very important for preventing suicide, especially for people who have just left the hospital or care services.

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Get stories, resources, research, and events at the #BeThe1To website.


Social Media Graphics and Messages
Support Hotlines and Prevention Apps

Spanish Social Media Graphics can be downloaded here. Also see the Action Alert PDF for Spanish-language captions.

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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress. Call or text 988 to chat with a trained crisis counselor

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The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved ones.
Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) to connect with trained counselors.

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A free app called “Kansas – A Friend AsKS” has been developed in partnership with The Jason Foundation and can be found in both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

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Save the number, save a life. Add the @988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit go.nih.gov/Mw4Tli9 for more information.
#suicideprevention #SPM24

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How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain. Learn more from #BeThe1To bethe1to.com/bethe1to-steps-evidence/#suicideprevention#SPM24.


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Maternal and Parental Mental Health

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Are you a new parent and feeling sad, worried, overwhelmed, or concerned that you aren’t good enough? You aren’t alone. You aren’t to blame. With help, you can feel better. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) to connect with counselors at the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline. Learn more about the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline.
#SuicidePrevention #MaternalMentalHealth #TLCMAMA

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Becoming a new parent can be hard. It is normal to feel down, worried, and overwhelmed after having a baby. You are not alone. Mental health challenges are common during this time and there is no shame in seeking help. If you need someone to talk to, call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) any time. It's free and confidential.
#MaternalMentalHealth #TLCMAMA

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The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline offers a text messaging feature! If you prefer texting over talking on the phone, this may be the perfect option for you. Text 1-833-852-6262 to connect with a trained counselor who can provide support, resources, and information on maternal mental health. Whether you're a new or expecting parent, or supporting a friend, family member, client, or patient, the Hotline is here for you. Don't hesitate to reach out for help – the hotline is just a text away.
#MaternalMentalHealth #TLCMAM


Social Media Graphics and Messages
Maternal and Parental Mental Health

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It’s #SuicidePreventionMonth. Create hope in your family and your community by educating yourself about suicide prevention. Learn the warning signs and risk factors for suicide, how to support someone considering suicide, and familiarize yourself with the @988Lifeline.
#suicideprevention #SPM24

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