If you encounter a person who is suicidal, you must act immediately. Call 911 and get help on the way. Never leave a suicidal individual alone. If there is more than one individual with a suicidal individual, then the other person should remove drugs, weapons, and anything that the person may use to kill themselves [...]
Suicide prevention month is observed in the US each September. Here are a number of events being held throughout Greater Milwaukee to help raise awareness about suicide prevention. Friday, Sept 17th / 6:30 pm: Veterans Journey Home Move Screening and Dinner at the War Memorial and Art Center. Get details and register to attend this [...]
Did You Know? For middle and high school age youth (ages 12-18), suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death. (2016 CDC WISQARS) For college-age youth (ages 18-22), is the 2nd leading cause of death as well. (2016 CDC WISQARS) Over-all, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth and young adults ages [...]
Suicide Prevention: Warning Signs and Keys to Prevention American Behavioral Clinics is focused on the prevention of suicide. We use techniques to help individuals who are fighting against suicidal urges. We offer help to adults and adolescents. Preventing Suicide Warning signs aren't always obvious. Often it is trying to keep your suicidal thoughts and feelings [...]
