1 Word, 1 Voice, 1 Life

If you live in Connecticut, please take one moment and dial 2-1-1 and press 1. If outside of CT dial 1-800-273 8255

Website: http://www.preventsuicidect.org/

 

National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention

Suicide takes life without regard to age, income, education, social standing, race, or gender. The legacy of suicide continues long after the death, impacting bereaved loved ones and communities.

Website: http://actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org/

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Active Minds

Active Minds is the premier organization impacting college students and mental health. Now on more than 600 campuses, they directly reach close to 600,000 students each year through campus awareness campaigns, events, advocacy, outreach, and more.

Website: https://www.activeminds.org/

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American Association of Suicidology

AAS promotes the understanding and prevention of suicide and support those who have been affected by it.

AAS is an inclusive community that envisions a world where people know how to prevent suicide and find hope and healing.

Website: http://www.suicidology.org/

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Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention

CFMA has established the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention with the goal of providing and disseminating information and resources for suicide prevention and mental health promotion in construction. Through the information and resources CFMA has compiled, the Alliance looks to help those in the construction industry create awareness of the problem, cultivate a culture of caring, and start the conversation in the workplace. 

Website: http://www.cfma.org/news/content.cfm?ItemNumber=4570&navItemNumber=4639 

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Contact Care line

Sometimes it’s hard to talk about our problems with family and friends. Our highly trained crisis line specialist volunteers are ready to provide compassionate, non-judgmental help for anyone needing emotional support.  We won’t tell you how to solve your problem, but we’ll help you figure out what options you might have.

Website: https://contactlistens.org/

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Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration

SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a--year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.

Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline

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National Council for Behavioral Health

The National Council for Behavioral Health is the unifying voice of America’s health care organizations that deliver mental health and addictions treatment and services. The National Council is a 501(c)(3) association that advocates for policies that ensure people who have mental health and substance use disorders have access to comprehensive, evidence-based health care services.

Website: https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/

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National Institutes of Mental Health: Suicide Prevention

Suicide is a major public health concern. Over 40,000 people die by suicide each year in the United States; it is the 10th leading cause of death overall. Suicide is complicated and tragic but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives.

Website: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention/index.shtml

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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

If you or someone you know is living with depression or bipolar disorder, you understand all too well that the symptoms may include feelings of sadness and hopelessness. These feelings can also include thoughts of self-harm or suicide. This page contains HOTLINE and resource links.

Website: https://secure2.convio.net/dabsa/site/SPageServer/?pagename=urgent_crisis_suicide_prevention

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Family Doctor

Teen suicide is when a child ends his or her own life. It can be impulsive or planned. Sometimes, other people are physically hurt in the act. Not all suicide attempts lead to death. In fact, it doesn’t always mean your child wants to die. It could be their way of calling for help.

Website: https://familydoctor.org/teen-suicide/?adfree=true

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Kids Health

KidsHealth is the most-visited site on the Web for information about health, behavior, and development from before birth through the teen years.

For Parents: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/suicide.html

For Teens (Talking): https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/talking-about-suicide.html

For Teens (Story & Signs):

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/suicide.html?WT.ac=ctg#catmental-health

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Vape Danger

Vaping has gained exponential popularity over the past decade. However, vaping is not safe — in fact, it can cause severe physical injuries and long-term health consequences.

Website: https://www.vapedanger.com/

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Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE)

SAVE is a national nonprofit organization working at the international, national, state and local levels to prevent suicide using a public health model in suicide prevention; concentrating its efforts on education and awareness. This page contains resource links.

Website: https://save.org/

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Mental Health Screening

In addition to National Depression Screening Day in October, they now also have National Alcohol Screening Day in April and the National Eating Disorders Program which is promoted annually during the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week—the last week of February. They have several educational screening programs targeted toward various demographics including teenagers, college students, the general adult population and seniors.

Website: https://mentalhealthscreening.org/

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Mental Effects of Mesothelioma

Aside from the cancer itself, other problems like mental health can make the process even more complicated. Losing one’s sense of independence and experiencing the physical symptoms of cancer can take a toll on a patient’s life. The most common mental health conditions in cancer patients include anxiety, depression, and coping issues.

https://www.mesotheliomahub.com/mesothelioma/complications/mental-effects/

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Cyberbullying and Suicide

https://www.broadbandsearch.net/blog/cyber-bullying-statistics

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Cyberbullying Statistics and Resources 2021

https://www.vpncompass.com/cyberbullying-statistics/ 

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SoCal Sunrise Mental Health

We’re dedicated to raising awareness and prevention on mental health issues. We understand the significance of self-harm and the importance for peers and families to recognize if a loved one is struggling. We’ve created a resource page to further educate families on this issue, which you can see here: https://socalsunrisemh.com/what-is-self-harm-signs-and-causes/ 

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Addiction & Mental Health for First Responders

Many of our law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMT's struggle with addiction and mental health issues. People who have PTSD are three times more likely to suffer from substance abuse.

Our organization is devoted to helping our first responders combat any addiction or mental health issues they may be experiencing due to their service.

Addiction & Mental Health Resources for First Responders in Indiana

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Live Another Day

Extensive information on mental health and substance use resources for People of Color. Their mission is equal access to life-saving resources. 

Live Another Day

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