Beginning or returning to college can be an exciting time for students. Each year is a new chapter filled with learning, discovery and opportunities. But, how students respond to the stressors of higher education varies from person to person — and sometimes anxiety, depression and substance use challenges affect physical and mental wellbeing. If not … Seguir leyendo
November 22 marks International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day — a day dedicated to those affected by suicide, offering a space for healing, connection and shared understanding. This observance shines a light on the grief experienced by those who have lost a loved one to suicide, providing an opportunity for survivors to come together, reflect … Seguir leyendo
In 2022, about 49,476 in the U.S died by suicide — an average of one person every 11 minutes — according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, we’re highlighting Karen Carreira, a dedicated advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. With over 20 years of experience … Seguir leyendo
In 2022, nearly 49,476 people in the U.S. died by suicide — an average of one person every 11 minutes — according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10–14 and the 12th leading cause of death overall in the U.S. And for every suicide … Seguir leyendo
Content Warning: This blog contains sensitive content that may be distressing to some readers. Topics discussed include sexual assault, grief, and references to 9/11. Reader discretion is advised. If you find these subjects distressing or uncomfortable, we encourage you to prioritize your wellbeing and consider avoiding this content. Mental Health First Aider Miosotys Santiago … Seguir leyendo
If you or someone you know is in crisis or having suicidal thoughts, contact someone immediately! • If you feel unable to keep yourself safe, call 911. • Contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988, call 800-273-8255 (TALK) or visit 988Lifeline.org According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide … Seguir leyendo
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a devastating toll – especially on our youth. Emerging data suggests that depression and suicide concerns have increased among adolescents and young adults ages 12 to 21. Even more alarming, a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that suicide rates among children aged 5 to 11 … Seguir leyendo
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A teenage girl in your life might be struggling with self-injury or self-harm behavior and not getting the support she needs. Self-injury affects nearly 1 in 4 teenage girls in the United States, according to … Seguir leyendo
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). “Sometimes, I wonder to myself if people see the scars and think it was just a clumsy accident, or does it run through their minds that I harmed myself? I wonder if they silently have … Seguir leyendo
We’ve all heard of CPR. And because of it, many of us know what to do if someone is choking on a small piece of food or having trouble breathing. But, do you know what to do if someone around you is having a panic attack or suicidal thoughts? That’s what Mental Health First Aid … Seguir leyendo
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call 911, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text “MHFA” to 741-741 for 24/7 confidential counseling from the Crisis Text Line. Anthony Bourdain. Kate Spade. Avicii. These are just a few names of people who died by suicide and remind us that … Seguir leyendo
Annika was a beautiful soul we were blessed to have in our lives. She was a straight-A student, a musician who played three instruments, an actress who was active in theatrical arts and, although she did not have a competitive bone in her body, played three teams sports: swimming, Nordic skiing and softball. She was … Seguir leyendo
August 23, 2011, is a day that I will never forget. It was the day my brother took his life by suicide. After battling depression for several years, it seemed to consume him on that Tuesday and we lost him forever. For years leading up to that day, Jim sought help from a therapist and … Seguir leyendo
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call 9-1-1 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). On average, there are 129 suicides every day, and for every suicide 25 more people attempt suicide. The numbers are staggering, but there are ways we can help. It can be intimidating to talk about … Seguir leyendo
Why do so many veterans die by suicide? Thomas Ricks is a contributing editor of Foreign Policy magazine, he reported on U.S. military activities in war-torn countries around the world, he is a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and has written five books on the military and national security issues. And he doesn’t have the answer … Seguir leyendo
Damien Johnson owns and operates Charlotte, N.C.’s No Grease Barber School and knows firsthand how mental illness impacts his clients. Johnson says he hears stories day in and day out of men struggling – not with bills or relationships – but with mental illness, depression and thoughts of suicide. “As men, they don’t readily share these struggles, but … Seguir leyendo
A death by suicide is often met with a would’ve, could’ve or should’ve. If he would’ve told me, maybe I could’ve done something. Even though he never said a word, I should’ve known. Unfortunately, I know a thing or two about suicide – with an emphasis on two. I lost two brothers, Mark and Matthew, … Seguir leyendo
In June, designer Kate Spade’s and chef Anthony Bourdain’s suicides reminded us that suicide does not discriminate. It can impact anyone, and it is often unexpected. Numerous factors can put a person at risk, including family history of suicide, substance abuse, access to firearms, a history of trauma, chronic illness, prolonged stress and isolation. And … Seguir leyendo
The face of mental illness can be deceptive, hidden behind big smiles, wide eyes and exuberant expressions forced into place to avoid detection. Millions of people every day wear a rehearsed look of “all is right with the world.” Many muster the courage to slog through the school day or work week. Without professional intervention, … Seguir leyendo
Esther Ha was 21 when she died by suicide. She had been living with depression for years, something that, across Korean communities and culture, is often shrugged off or simply ignored. Her parents, Yonghwa and Katie Ha, are now working to change that. In 2014, they created the Esther Ha Foundation in memoriam to their … Seguir leyendo
Our beloved America is in constant mourning over the many people who have lost their lives to suicide. From celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain to fashion icon, Kate Spade; we think we know our family and friends so well, but do we really? The signs are sometimes there, and sometimes they are not. I unfortunately have … Seguir leyendo
This article originally appeared on www.BravadoHealth.com. Read it here. In July 2017, my 20-year-old son’s best friend, Jack, took his own life. Jack had battled depression in the past. At the time his parent’s sought counseling and Jack seemed to be doing well during the year prior to his suicide. By all accounts, Jack had kissed … Seguir leyendo
With the recent suicides of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, suicide prevention and mental health awareness are a significant part of the daily news cycle. As someone who has been affected personally by suicides, I am hopeful that the more open we are about these issues, the less it becomes a taboo topic. As a … Seguir leyendo
In a week that was marred by tragedy, the world lost two icons: Designer Kate Spade on June 5 and chef Anthony Bourdain on June 8, both from apparent suicide. Spade and Bourdain’s deaths have sent shock waves throughout the country. Coupled with data recently released from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … Seguir leyendo
In December 2016, Graham Burton, a sophomore at Hamilton College in upstate New York, died by suicide. His parents, Gina and Stewart, found out only afterward that there had been red flags indicating Graham was at risk, but the college chose not to share this information. Their story highlights the gaps in our higher education … Seguir leyendo
In the wake of Hurricane Maria – a true climate catastrophe – thousands upon thousands of residents of Puerto Rico are experiencing severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Today, many are still without power, have lost loved ones, are homeless and harboring feelings of isolation. The rate of mental illness on the island has also surged. … Seguir leyendo
Five years ago, family physician Pamela Wible began compiling a list of doctors who have completed suicide. Since then, she has documented 757 cases. She found that dying by suicide is one of the medical profession’s greatest risks. Doctors have a stressful job that is often exacerbated by inhumane working conditions, and yet, many of … Seguir leyendo
I am a mom and a suicide loss survivor. The tragic loss of my 26-year-old son, Jared Coffin, almost three years ago, has been devastating. However, amidst this devastation and loss, I developed a strong desire to raise awareness about mental health challenges and provide education about the signs and symptoms to look for. After … Seguir leyendo
After facing multiple waves of criticism for uploading disturbing footage of a dead body found in Japan’s “suicide forest,” YouTube star and vlogger, Logan Paul, has uploaded a new video – this one about suicide prevention (“Logan Paul Issues Suicide Awareness Video, In Return To YouTube, NPR, January 25, 2018). “Suicide: Be Here Tomorrow” is … Seguir leyendo
One in five Americans will experience a mental illness in their lifetime, and more than 20 million Americans ages 12 and older will experience an addiction. Despite the high rate of mental illness and substance use in the U.S., there is also hope for recovery. Knowing what resources are available, both nationally and in your … Seguir leyendo
You may think jumping out of a car traveling 75 miles-per-hour would be a good reason for someone to seek mental health help. It wasn’t for Eric Hipple, former Detroit Lions quarterback. Prior to that uncompleted suicide attempt, his mental health hadn’t ever crossed his mind. Now, 20 years later, he’s working to break the … Seguir leyendo
Thank you for letting me know I’m not alone. — Crisis Text Line user Americans tap, swipe or click their cell phones at an astonishing average of 2,617 times each day. So, it’s probably no surprise that the Crisis Text Line – a nonprofit organization that provides 24/7 crisis intervention by texting 741741 – has … Seguir leyendo
At any coffee house in the country, you can get a solid cup of coffee, do some work, catch up on your email or just chat with a friendly barista. But Sip of Hope will offer more than just a hit of caffeine. When it opens this spring, Chicago will be home to a new … Seguir leyendo
If you haven’t read Part I of Sgt. Eric Weaver’s inspirational story, click here. In 2002, a fellow officer and close friend of mine completed suicide. Rather than continuing to work through my recovery in silence, I decided something needed to change. While his death was a tragedy, it was also a motivating force that … Seguir leyendo
Hilda Marie’s worst nightmare was unfolding right before her eyes. Teetering at the edge of the platform was a woman poised to jump in front of an oncoming train. What would you do? For Hilda, there was no question. She turned to the skills she learned during the Mental Health First Aid training she had … Seguir leyendo
Your close friend has been talking lately about feeling depressed. She’s spending more and more time alone at home, she’s always tired and that she has admitted that a series of scars on her arms and legs are from self-inflicted wounds. Your friend is engaging in self-injury—but does that mean she’s suicidal? There is a … Seguir leyendo
Chad Farley picked up one last fare. A pretty normal night in the life of an Uber driver. But his GPS told him this fare’s destination was the top of Skyway Bridge. And Farley did an amazing thing – something many of us might hesitate to do. He talked to the young man. That’s when … Seguir leyendo
We all dream about retirement – finally doing all the things we’ve wanted to do but never had time. But the reality of life after work doesn’t always live up to its promise. Take Glenn Howard. Within a year of leaving his career, he had checked off his entire to-do list. With no reason to … Seguir leyendo
The recent suicide of former NFL player Aaron Hernandez is only one of an upward trend in suicides of people in custody. Hernandez, who has been serving a life sentence since 2015, was found hanging in his cell on the morning of April 20, 2017, despite being placed on suicide watch. Too often, suicide watch … Seguir leyendo
“The death rates for eight of the 10 leading causes of death have decreased significantly, but not for the 10th leading cause–suicide…I’m adding my voice to a growing chorus determined to make suicide a national priority.” Linda Rosenberg, January 14, 2014 Whether we work in suicide prevention, or play leadership roles in behavioral health … Seguir leyendo
“The death rates for eight of the 10 leading causes of death have decreased significantly, but not for the 10th leading cause–suicide…I’m adding my voice to a growing chorus determined to make suicide a national priority.” Linda Rosenberg, January 14, 2014 Whether we work in suicide prevention, or play leadership roles in behavioral health … Seguir leyendo
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