NH Governor Maggie Hassan’s Suicide Prevention Proclamation
Governor Maggie Hassan declares September 4-10, 2016, Suicide Prevention Week in New Hampshire!
Category: Suicide prevention
When I Was Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder, People Thought I Was Cursed
“It is certainly good news that mental health is finally becoming part of the development conversation. But the discussion must include voices like mine — voices of people living with mental health conditions in the developing world — so we can help global institutions design the best mental health care systems for even the most[…]
Prince William’s Father’s Day Message: Look After Your Children’s Mental Health
“Recent surveys have found that more than half of parents have never broached the topic of mental well-being with their children, and a third would feel like failures if their child needed help. That’s so sad—no parents whose child needs help is a failure. Taking the next step and actually getting help is what matters. …[…]
Facebook Offers Tools for Those Who Fear a Friend May Be Suicidal
NEW YORK TIMES – “Facebook’s new suicide prevention tools start with a drop-down menu that lets people report posts, a feature that was previously available only to some English-speaking users. People across the world can now flag a message as one that could raise concern about suicide or self-harm; those posts will then come to[…]
Celebrate Pride Month and Support The Benny Fund
Historically, LGBTQ teenagers have been 2-3x more likely to attempt suicide than other teens. This pride month, and everyday, let’s practice acceptance, inclusion, and compassion. If you are in crisis, text 741741 to speak with a counselor. If you would like to support The Benny Fund and show some love for Pride Month, please consider[…]
How to Help a Friend – Active Minds
“Are you worried about a friend? Here are some guidelines to approaching a friend who may be struggling with a mental health problem: Pick a setting, Avoid an ambush, Be prepared … Whether it’s the first conversation or the fifth, be prepared to give your friend some resources to check out. Always carry the National[…]
5 Ways You Can Support Veterans’ Mental Health
“Veterans Day is a day to remember and reflect on the sacrifices of our military veterans and also to thank them for their service. It’s a celebration that honors America’s veterans for their patriotism and willingness to offer their lives for the common good. Veterans in this country come from different eras, fought in different[…]
What Happens If You Try To Prevent Every Single Suicide?
“Each year, nearly three times as many Americans die from suicide as from homicide. More Americans kill themselves than die from breast cancer. As Dr.Thomas Insel, longtime head of the National Institute of Mental Health, prepared to step down from his job in October, he cited the lack of progress in reducing the number of[…]
Lady Gaga’s Outlook On Anxiety Is Genuinely Refreshing
“Lady Gaga is using her public status for good by sharing a message of hope for those who suffer from mental health conditions. The singer and “American Horror Story” actress chronicled her own anxiety and depression in Billboard magazine this week, stressing that young adults dealing with the same issues are not alone in their experience. “I’ve suffered[…]
Presidential Proclamation — World Suicide Prevention Day, 2015
“Suicide prevention is the responsibility of all people. One small act — the decision to reach out to your neighbor, offer support to a friend, or encourage a veteran in need to seek help — can make a difference. It can help energize a national conversation and a changing attitude across America. If you are[…]
