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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Learn more about how you and your community can get involved with other Vermonters facing this issue as we work together to "Change the Conversation About Suicide." https://lnkd.in/gA7rH9KT

It's World Suicide Prevention Day – a crucial reminder of the importance of raising awareness, offering support, and spreading hope. Let's break the silence, reduce the stigma, and stand together. 💛 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

World Suicide Prevention Day has passed, but don't let the resources that were developed and distributed on #WSPD fade into the distance. The Special Interest Groups, including our #LivedExperience SIG collaborated on the development of briefs about changing the conversation. Here's the start of our brief: "From prehistoric through contemporary times, we have depended on story to convey our shared humanity. Our capacity for language has progressed far beyond charcoal depictions on cave walls illuminated by life-preserving fires. Yet, we continue to depend on narratives to convey knowledge and emotion. There is tremendous power in story, and thus, in our storytellers. In the not too distant past, conversations about suicide were relegated to the whispers and shadows. Fear and misunderstanding dominated the discussion, whether at family gatherings or academic conferences. The voices of people who had the most intimate and personal experiences related to suicide (ie. lived experience) were excluded, shamed, or ostracized. The narrative centered around what we might do wrong. We can change that. We need to change that if we want to drive down the rates of suicidal behaviour."

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The goal is to mutually work together in empowering minds,fosterling resilience and encouraging open conversation to curb suicide menace. Therefore, Kindly click the link and fill in some of the topics that you would like addressed during these month of Suicide Prevention Awareness. https://lnkd.in/e-88BvE4

 Introduction to Suicide Prevention Month 🌟 September is Suicide Prevention Month 🌟 Join us in raising awareness, spreading hope, and providing support. Together, we can make a difference. #MentalHealthMatters #SupportEachOther #EndTheStigma #SuicidePrevention

Let’s take this time to remind ourselves that mental health matters—always. Suicide is a leading cause of death globally, yet it is preventable with the right support and awareness. We can all play a role in breaking the stigma around mental health struggles and encouraging conversations that save lives. If someone you know seems distant or overwhelmed, check-in. A simple “How are you?” or “I’m here for you” can make a difference. You are not alone. Help is always available:  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)  Text HOME to 741741 for crisis support Let’s spread kindness, compassion, and hope. Your words could be the lifeline someone needs today. 💚 #SuicidePreventionMonth #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

Are you looking to plan some events or campaigns for World Suicide Prevention Day? International Association for Suicide Prevention has created a range of resources to help. Download now from their website: https://zurl.co/IAsR Together, let's #ChangeTheNarrative on suicide and #StartTheConversation

REMINDER: Discover how our Suicide Prevention Action Plan is working to combat suicide and provide vital support to affected families. Dive into our latest blog post to learn about the impactful efforts driving positive change: https://lnkd.in/gn9euM_F

September is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Did you know suicide is the 12th leading cause of death among Americans? Learn more about suicide prevention and find resources at https://lnkd.in/g5jGvTyR