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About AFSP AFSP

WEBEstablished in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community …

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Suicide statistics AFSP

WEBThe age-adjusted suicide rate in 2021 was 14.04 per 100,000 individuals. In 2021, men died by suicide 3.90x more than women. On average, there are 132 suicides per day. White …

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — 2021 Annual …

WEBAdditionally, AFSP partnered with CVS Health for an Instagram Takeover on October 7, 2021. AFSP’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Yu-Moutier answered questions about …

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Suicide prevention for healthcare professionals AFSP

WEBSuicide prevention for healthcare professionals. Doctors, nurses, veterinarians and other health care professionals who proactively address their mental health are better able to …

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — 2021 Annual Report

WEBOver the long and winding course of the pandemic, people have become increasingly comfortable talking about their mental health. But the topic of suicide – when it comes up – is still scary for many.. In 2021, we decided it was time to deepen the conversation.. So, we reached out to our dedicated volunteers to talk frankly about creating a world with …

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Out of the Darkness Walks

WEBSave Lives and Bring Hope. Many people’s introduction to AFSP comes through the Out of the Darkness Walks, taking place in cities nationwide. In our Community, Campus and …

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New Jersey AFSP

WEBThe AFSP New Jersey Chapter offers many community programs for suicide prevention to individuals, organizations, and employers across the state. If you or the group you …

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Out of the Darkness Community Walks

WEBThe Community Walks, held in hundreds of cities across the country, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends, family members, neighbors and

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

WEBLocation: Sunset Regional Park, Las Vegas, NV. Check-in Time: 9:00 am. Walk Start Time: 10:00 am. Contact Information. Walk Chair: Kimberly Buchholz (She/Her), 702-326-6170, [email protected]. The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity …

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National Suicide Prevention Week AFSP

WEBThere are countless ways you can help Talk Away the Dark by initiating open conversations about mental health; speaking up and making sure more people know what research …

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Suicide prevention resources AFSP

WEBCrisis services. 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. 988lifeline.org. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat …

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President Biden Reaffirms Commitment to Mental Health and …

WEBAFSP applauds President Biden and his recently released 2025 budget proposal giving significant funding and attention to critical suicide prevention and mental …

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Launches Suicide …

WEBNEW YORK (February 5, 2024) - As we enter Black History Month, a period to honor the contributions of Black and African American individuals in the United States, the …

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Risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs AFSP

WEBDepression. Substance use problems. Bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia. Personality traits of aggression, mood changes and poor relationships. Conduct disorder. Anxiety disorders. Serious physical health conditions including pain. Traumatic brain injury.

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New Mental Health PSA from Seize the Awkward Encourages …

WEBNew York, NY, October 25, 2022 – The national Seize the Awkward campaign today released new Public Service Advertisements (PSAs), “We Can Talk About It,” to inspire …

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Mental Health First Aid AFSP

WEBAbout Mental Health First Aid. In a partnership with the National Council for Behavioral Health, AFSP chapters host Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) trainings across the country. MHFA is an eight-hour training that teaches participants a five-step action plan to help someone who is suffering from a mental health crisis.

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My Experience Going to the Emergency Room AFSP

WEBOctober 10, 2017 - When someone is actively suicidal, we often tell them to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call 911, or go to the local Emergency Room. These are all …

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What We Know About LGBTQ Youth Mental Health and Suicide …

WEBWe are pleased to share this guest blog, courtesy of our friends at The Trevor Project, the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for …

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The Role of the Church in Improving Mental Wellness in the …

WEBJul. 23, 2019 - July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, which was established in 2008 to bring awareness to the unique struggles that underrepresented …

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