Monthly Mental Health Tip

During September, we observe National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Suicide still remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Suicide is preventable and with educating ourselves on the warning signs and ways to intervene, we can save lives.​

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Mental Health Tip: ​

• Know the warning signs for suicide.

  • Isolating/withdrawing from family and friends​

  • Giving away favorite or prized possessions

  • Talking about wanting to die

• Understand your own triggers or functioning to determine when it is time to seek help from a licensed mental health professional.​

• Visit SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) sites for more resources and information.

• Use 988 - suicide hotline for support and/or to refer a friend or family member that may need their service.