It's time we talk away the dark. Suicide is a topic that hides in the shadows. All too often it goes unaddressed, even when we may sense someone is struggling. It’s time we shed some light on this leading cause of death. In our brand new national public service announcement, we highlight some of the common warning signs for suicide and encourage you to start an open and honest conversation with someone you care about, and connect those at risk to help. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eRFw8efK. #TalkAwayTheDark #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopSuicide
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Non-profit Organizations
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Our mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Let's #TalkAwayTheDark and help #StopSuicide.
About us
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide.
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afsp.org
External link for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1987
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199 Water Street
New York, NY 10038, US
Employees at American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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It's so wonderful to see the success of our Mentoring Immersion for Early Career Researchers Program! #Science2StopSuicide
I’m happy to share @American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s second annual Mentoring Immersion for Early Career Researchers Program (MIECR) was a success! Sixteen early career researchers and their mentors worked for three days to turn their unfunded AFSP research grants into a fundable grant. Thanks to @Carl Niedzielski, the program creator, along with @Rianna Gajadhar, and logistics guru and @Chris Munden, all things dissemination. Together they did a wonderful job creating an energetic, thoughtful and dynamic program for all who attended!
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention reposted this
Next week is National Suicide Prevention Week. Join us on Wednesday, September 11th, 2-3pm EST for our webinar, ERPOs: An Effective Tool to Prevent Firearm Suicides, with the National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center [ERC] and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Panelists will discuss the effectiveness of ERPOs as a tool to prevent firearm suicides. Register for the webinar: https://lnkd.in/etz_byfH
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Thank you Crowe for your support this National Suicide Prevention Month!
As a leading cause of death, suicide impacts all of us. This #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, Crowe proudly supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, as we inspire people to make connections in their workplaces and their communities and help save lives. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cINehB #CroweCares
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"We’re very grateful that suicide prevention has come into the consciousness of society in general. That's really important. But a lot of tools have been put out there without studying the actual results," says our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Christine Yu Moutier. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. While significant developments have been made in social media platforms’ suicide prevention efforts, it has its limitations. This month, we encourage you to continue having honest mental health conversations and know that help is available. Read more in TIME:
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There is no single cause for suicide. Did you know there are risk factors and warning signs which may increase the likelihood of an attempt? If a person talks about: • Killing themselves • Feeling hopeless • Having no reason to live • Being a burden to others • Feeling trapped • Unbearable pain Behaviors that may signal risk, especially if related to a painful event, loss or change: • Increased use of alcohol or drugs • Looking for a way to end their lives, such as searching online for methods • Withdrawing from activities • Isolating from family and friends • Sleeping too much or too little • Visiting or calling people to say goodbye • Giving away prized possessions • Aggression • Fatigue People who are considering suicide often display one or more of the following moods: • Depression • Anxiety • Loss of interest • Irritability • Humiliation/Shame • Agitation/Anger • Relief/Sudden Improvement Learn more to save lives: afsp.org/signs This National Suicide Prevention Month support AFSP in educating the public about life-saving measures by donating today: afsp.org/donate
Risk factors, protective factors, and warning signs
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Over half of all suicide deaths in the U.S. occur with a firearm. Yet we know there are measures that can reduce the risk of suicide for someone in crisis, such as encouraging range owners and firearms owners to practice safe storage. Learn more: afsp.org/firearms
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month! A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. It’s time to take one big step together. Since 2002, millions of people have attended our Out of the Darkness Community Walks in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives. Join us: afsp.org/walk
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"Ask for help. Don’t try to do it alone. There were not a lot of resources out there when I had my loss. Today there are, and we know so much more about the causes of suicide and how depression affects the brain and body. Mental illness can be treated; it does not have to be a fatal illness. There is support for loss survivors." Continue reading more from Sue Maskaleris:
48 Years after Suicide Loss – Remembering My Father
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"By definition, grief is the natural response to losing either a person, or a meaningful possession. During the gradual healing process that follows, most people who experience loss begin with intensely felt 'acute' grief, then go on to eventually reach a stage of 'integrated' grief, in which they can move forward in their lives while still feeling the loss. Though this healing process is experienced by most people who have suffered a loss, one to two percent of people face greater difficulties, and experience what is known as 'prolonged grief.'" Continue reading more from Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman:
When Healing From Grief Is Stalled
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