Checking in with someone and showing you care can help prevent suicide
Today is the day to change the narrative surrounding suicide. On World Suicide Prevention Day let’s start an open conversation about mental health.
Think about how many people you know … at work, your friends, your family.
1 in 21 U.S. adults have seriously thought about suicide in the last year.
You may not realize that someone close to you is struggling.
In fact, more than 700,000 people die by suicide every year. For each suicide, there are an estimated 20 suicide attempts. You can help prevent suicide by helping people in crisis find hope and support.
It’s time to shift from a culture of silence and stigma to openness, understanding, and support. By starting conversations, we can help break down barriers. People who are struggling feel relief when someone asks about them in a caring way and raise awareness.
How You Can Help
Sign up for QPR Training: 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
Sept. 17 In-person at Monogram Hall– at 11 a.m. EST
Sept. 18 virtual session at 1 p.m. EST.
Check in with a friend or loved one. Research shows people who are having thoughts of suicide feel relief when someone asks about them in a caring way.
Remind coworkers and loved ones about the confidential services GE Appliances offers free to all employees and their dependents through EAP. Helping someone with suicidal thoughts create a network of resources helps them take positive action and reduce feelings of hopelessness.
Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or chat 988lifeline.org 24/7 to reach a caring, trained counselor who can help you or someone you’re worried about.Â