September is National Suicide Prevention Month,
September 1, 2024
HDRF observes Suicide Prevention Month every September. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Together we emphasize that suicide is a serious but preventable public health crisis that requires action at all levels of society. It starts with our conversations with each other. This month is a chance to fight stigma, spread hope, and share vital information.
For Help in a Crisis:
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Available 24 hours. English and Spanish language services are available.
- NAMI Helpline – Call (800) 950-6264 or text “HelpLine” to 62640.
- Crisis Text Line – Text “HELLO” to 741741.
- If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Sources:
(1) (n.d.). Suicide Statistics. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics
(2) (n.d.). Resources. International Association for Suicide Prevention. https://www.iasp.info/WSPD/resources/
(3) (n.d.). Suicide Statistics. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics
(4) (n.d.). Suicide Prevention Month. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Suicide-Prevention-Month
(5) (n.d.). Resources. International Association for Suicide Prevention. https://www.iasp.info/WSPD/resources/