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Mashup Score: 14
Image The opioid epidemic continues to ravage the nation. In 2020, the number of drug overdose deaths rose to about 93,000, including about 69,500 deaths involving opioid drugs. But there is a second epidemic that also claims tens of thousands of lives each year—suicide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 45,000 people died from suicide in 2020. The number…
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Mashup Score: 30Home - 3 year(s) ago
Skip to main content Lifeline By the Numbers Check out our new, interactive web page showing the impact of the Lifeline and its network of crisis centers. Get national call volume, find actions to take, and learn more through our By the Numbers page. Learn More Stock photo by iStock. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis…
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Mashup Score: 14We Can All Prevent Suicide - 3 year(s) ago
Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
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Mashup Score: 12Veterans Crisis Line: Suicide Prevention Hotline, Text & Chat - 3 year(s) ago
Free, confidential support for Veterans in crisis and their families and friends. Call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or text to 838255.
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Mashup Score: 7How The 5 Steps Can Help Someone Who is Suicidal - #BeThe1To - 3 year(s) ago
En Español The five action steps for communicating with someone who may be suicidal are supported by evidence in the field of suicide prevention. Ask How – Asking the question “Are you thinking about suicide?” communicates that you’re open to speaking about suicide in a non-judgmental and supportive way. Asking in this direct, unbiased manner, can […]
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Mashup Score: 11NIMH » 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain - 3 year(s) ago
Infographic presents five steps for helping someone in emotional pain in order to prevent suicide. Steps include: Ask, Keep Them Safe, Be There, Help Them Connect, and Stay Connected.
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Mashup Score: 28We Can All Prevent Suicide - 3 year(s) ago
Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
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Mashup Score: 37Help Someone Else - 3 year(s) ago
If someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, you can be the difference in getting them the help they need. It’s important to take care of yourself when you are supporting someone through a difficult time, as this may stir up difficult emotions. If it does, please reach out for support yourself.
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Mashup Score: 15Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Unemployed Individuals - 3 year(s) ago
This series focuses on the mental health needs of unemployed individuals.
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Mashup Score: 36#BeThere - 3 year(s) ago
Everyone can help prevent suicide. Know the warning signs & where to get help.
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Being there for someone who is struggling can truly make all the difference. This Suicide Prevention Month we remember those we’ve lost and shine a light on ways promote resilience. Know the warning signs for #suicide and how to help: https://t.co/aeKY9ee5vE #SPM21 #BeThere https://t.co/40VptwPiDd https://t.co/uj99qrYVPf
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The #nihHEALinitiative is developing tools for primary care providers to help patients at risk of suicide. Learn more at https://t.co/X9QCuVXi4d. #SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #SPM21