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The Action Alliance works on the 2001 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and is an outgrowth of the Suicide Prevention Resource Center. [2] The Action Alliance initially focused on three high-risk populations: LGBT youth, American Indians/Alaska Natives, and military/veterans. [3]
Various suicide prevention strategies have been suggested by mental-health professionals: Promoting mental resilience through optimism and connectedness. Education about suicide, including risk factors, warning signs, and the availability of help. Increasing the proficiency of health and welfare services in responding to people in need.
988 (sometimes written 9-8-8) is a telephone number used in some North American (NANP) countries for a suicide prevention helpline. In the United States, it is known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the number 1-800-273-8255). In Canada, it is known as the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline.
Doral math teacher killed in triple shooting by husband, who took his own life, cops say. ... call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255). It’s available 24/7.
Suicide rates among young people in the U.S. increased 67% from 2007 to 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2022, suicide rates for young people slightly decreased.
Suicide prevention strategies focus on reducing the risk factors and intervening strategically to reduce the level of risk. Risk and protective factors unique to the individual can be assessed by a qualified mental health professional. Suicide prevention measures suggested by the CDC [95] Some of the specific strategies used to address are:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 for 24/7 confidential support from trained counselors who can help you through a crisis and connect you to local resources.
Barbara H. Stanley (August 13, 1949 – January 25, 2023) [1] was an American psychologist, researcher, and suicidologist who served as Professor of Psychology at Columbia University and the Director of Suicide Prevention Training at New York State Office of Mental Health.