[…] upstairs the next morning when I woke up. I reluctantly told my wife about how the night before my mind led me to seriously think about suicide. I had never contemplated suicide before this, and she made me promise if I ever had thoughts of suicide again, I’d tell her no matter what, […]
[…] with mental illness. More than 2 million people with mental illness are booked into our nation’s jails every year. And tragically, more than 48,000 people died by suicide in the last year. It doesn’t have to be this way. People who experience a mental health crisis deserve a mental health response, not a criminal […]
[…] with mental illness. More than 2 million people with mental illness are booked into our nation’s jails every year. And tragically, more than 48,000 people died by suicide in the last year. It doesn’t have to be this way. People who experience a mental health crisis deserve a mental health response, not a criminal […]
[…] clearly a little taken aback when J said that he couldn't even hear what she was saying because all he could think about at that moment was suicide. She responded with how it’s hard to be a teen, and how these thoughts can take root while dealing with the everyday stresses of teenage life. […]
[…] or bruises. Asking them about any suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Resources are available to individuals struggling with self-harm and getting help can make a big difference: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: You can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 to speak with a trained counselor who can provide support, resources and […]
[…] veterans don’t feel understood by people who haven’t served, but I am determined to bridge this gap. My Army career was a whirlwind of near-constant deployments, a suicide attempt and a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When I left, I connected with fellow veterans through Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and became aware of […]
[…] long after the news cycle ends. I recalled that he had a history of struggles, but I was still shocked to hear that he had died by suicide. He was a genius and had many supports. But of course depression doesn’t calculate those things. Severe depression distorts rational thinking and can lead to the […]
[…] “I love those people. They saved my life.” Like many teens, Samuel experiences depression and anxiety. These mental health conditions place him at a higher risk for suicide: the third leading cause of death for people aged 10-24. What Samuel actually has in his pocket is his cell phone. By simply texting the word […]
[…] can take on behalf of their adolescent children. Early detection and treatment of mental health conditions can prevent someone from reaching a point of crisis, such as suicide. While suicide may seem like something you may never have to talk to someone about, consider these statistics: Each year 42,773 Americans die by suicide. 70% […]
[…] health care. The article offers the NAMI HelpLine as a resource and quotes NAMI’s HelpLine Manager Kate Mallow. “No crisis is too small,” says Mallow about the Suicide Prevention Hotline. “If you’re having a bad day and can’t wait three weeks to make it to your appointment or can’t afford one right now, give […]
NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “NAMI” to 62640, or email. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).
