September is Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide can be prevented with open conversations, support, and assistance for those in need, ultimately saving lives.
Research indicates that offering support services, discussing suicide, limiting access to self-harm methods, and checking in on loved ones are among the steps we can collectively take to assist others.
Providing instant counseling to those in need, reaching out to a suicide hotline such as 988Lifeline, or locating a nearby crisis center can offer vital assistance during crucial moments and link individuals to local resources.
Risk factors are traits that increase the likelihood of someone contemplating, attempting, or dying by suicide. While they cannot directly cause or predict a suicide attempt, being mindful of these factors is crucial.
Recognizing certain warning signs can assist in identifying if a loved one is potentially at risk of suicide, particularly if the behavior is recent, escalating, or appears to be linked to a distressing event, loss, or transition.
Action Steps to Help Prevent Suicides
If you or someone you know shows any of these signs, please ask for help by calling 988.
National Suicide Prevention Week
Sun, Sep 8, 2024 – Sat, Sep 14, 2024
For more resources check out our Wellness Recovery website or Ulster County Suicide Prevention Education, Awareness and Knowledge (SPEAK)