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Every day, 17 Veterans lose their lives to suicide—a heartbreaking statistic that demands our immediate attention. These are our heroes, our friends, and our family members, and we owe it to them to take action now. As clinicians, it is our duty to have those tough conversations. Asking direct questions like "Have you thought about killing yourself?" can make all the difference. It's a difficult question, but one that could save a life. Utilizing the ASQ (Ask Suicide-Screening Questions) assessment during every intake can help identify those at risk and ensure they receive the support they need. This simple, yet powerful tool can guide us in providing the care and intervention our Veterans deserve. Let’s stand together and commit to making a difference. Reach out to Stop Soldier Suicide for resources and support. Our Veterans fought for us—it's time we fight for them. #WaypointVets #SuicidePrevention #Veterans #MentalHealth #StopSoldierSuicide #ASQAssessment #SupportOurHeroes

Another milestone achieved in our remarkable joint venture with Trilogy Federal, Tribility! Thrilled to announce our latest win with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Business Oversight (OBO), dedicated to advancing suicide prevention initiatives among our Veterans. This work is not just important, it's vital! According to the VA’s 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, the unadjusted suicide rate for Veterans was 23.3 per 100,000 in 2001 and 33.9 per 100,000 in 2021. This is a sharp contrast to the data for non-veteran U.S. adults where the suicide rate was 12.6 per 100,000 in 2001 and 16.7 per 100,000 in 2021. This continual rise in already higher numbers underscores the urgent need for effective suicide prevention efforts targeted toward Veterans. Together, we're making meaningful strides toward supporting those who have sacrificed so much for our nation. #Tribility #SuicidePrevention #VeteransHelpingVeterans

In 2018, 6796 veterans died by suicide, averaging nearly 19 veterans per day. In 2020, suicide was the 13th-leading cause of death among veterans overall, and the second-leading cause of death among veterans younger than 45 years. From 2019 to 2020, adjusted suicide rates in the veteran population fell by 9.7%, whereas the rate for nonveteran US populations fell by 5.5%.1 Although these rates have declined, those within the veteran community still see access barriers despite this legislation and its myriad programmatic initiatives. https://buff.ly/49XlogF #expertwitness #mentalhealthprofessionals #consultants

Day 2 #22kill 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 2… I nominate Kris Kopsaftis Today is day 2 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little pup join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by Kevin Chiaravalloti to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

#Thankyou for highlighting this one, these are truly horrifying statistics. Despite living in so-called #civilised times, the majority of developed nations still require a segment of their population to serve in the #military. These brave individuals are trained to fight and are expected to do so whenever and wherever it is deemed necessary, to protect their country's interests and way of life. The brutal reality of war means many will die, and even more will return burdened with profound #physical and #mental trauma. #War is never pretty, yet it seems many of us are becoming increasingly #desensitised to the suffering it causes, perhaps due to the constant stream of human misery broadcast into our homes twenty four hours a day. Unfortunately, unlike television viewers who can switch off the news, many war veterans cannot escape the haunting memories that replay in their minds. For those who survive combat, the battle with #PTSD upon returning home can be just as #devastating as the war itself—a battle that as shown by these statistics too many are still tragically losing. If we, as a society, are prepared to train people to fight and die in distant lands, we must not abandon them when they return. Just as we invest in preparing them for war, we should invest even more in helping them #heal. Offering genuine #compassion, #kindness, #empathy, and #support to all veterans is crucial. Rather than simply "Thanking them for their service" and moving on, we need to #listen to their #needs and #feelings. A vital next step towards change is encouraging politicians to properly fund #mental health services for #veterans (some are now proposing this could even be funded through additional taxation on large defence firms and weapons manufacturers). Only by addressing these issues can we hope to help #veterans lead fuller, happier lives. PTSD Foundation Of America PTSD UK Mind Samaritans, Inc. Veterans Helping Veterans Mental Health Foundation Veterans Aid Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service Veterans Benefits The American College Center for Military and Veterans Affairs

Day 1 #22kill 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 1 I nominate @thefedoracloser Today is day 1 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little guy join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by @inspiredbykchev to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

For Veterans, young and old, who are dealing with trauma, the holiday season can be incredibly challenging. The biggest battle can be coming home and transitioning to civilian life. So, while we wish everyone a joyful holiday season, keep that special Veteran in your thoughts. Make time to reach out to veterans in your family and community. Remember... as a Veteran or someone seeking help for a Veteran, it’s essential to reinforce the following… — You are not alone. — Seeking help is a strength, not a weakness. — You deserve care for your wounds (both physical and psychological). — There are people who want to help you... including us! Available 24/7 for Help 📲 702-595-2995 www.firstdawnrecovery.com #firstdawnrecovery #veteranrecovery #veteranrehabilitation #rehabilitationcenter #mentalhealth #veteranmentalhealth #lasvegasrecoverycenter #lasvegasrecovery #nationalguard

Good news, bad news. Bad news first: #Veterans die by suicide at a rate twice as much as the general public. It’s an ongoing crisis that impacts nearly every community, including here in Northeast Florida. Good news: a community-based approach is making a difference. For the 3rd straight year, Veteran suicides in Northeast Florida were once again more than 25% below 2019 numbers. That far outpaces civilians here and throughout the state. A big reason why? The community is recognizing the warning signs and getting vets the help they need. Do your good deed for the day and take 30 minutes to take this free training from The Fire Watch. It could save a life.

This report is encouraging. So much more work to be done. Really appreciate the over 6500 Watch Standers that are driving this reduction. If anyone in my network cares to join the fight, the training is free, can be done online, and takes less than an hour: https://lnkd.in/eTpdcP4E

Posted this on my facebook but great cause I wanted to share here. Whos in? Day 1 Today is day 1 of my 22 day push-up challenge. I was nominated by Kevin Chiaravalloti to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. The rules are simple: * Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. * Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. * Every day you must nominate a different person. Try to choose people you think will want to do this and/or have the ability to do it…. And finally, have fun with this! This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 1 I nominate Nick Marra #22KiLL #VeteranSupport #VeteranAwareness #ThankYouForYourService #WeAreHereForYou