SUICIDE PREVENTION

Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. There is no one leading cause for suicide however, depression is the most common condition associated with it. Anxiety and substance abuse issues, especially if left untreated, can also increase the risk. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, is it very important to reach out for help. No one should have to suffer in silence alone. Please visit:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
afsp.org

If desperation is setting in, please reach out to:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988lifeline.org/
Dial 988

Crisis Text Line
crisistextline.org
Text TALK to 741741

One in five people who lose their life to suicide are veterans. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for help if you are a veteran or know one who maybe struggling. There are caring, qualified VA responders standing by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

The Veterans Crisis Line
veteranscrisisline.net/
1-800-273-8255 Press 1 or text 838255