Suicide Prevention
Call Hot Line: 1-800-273-8255
Suicide is a detrimental problem that can happen to anyone. My battle with a suicidal episode back on December 25, 2016 allowed me to overcome an obstacle so that now I can help give others hope and encouragement to live no matter the circumstances. Also, I lost a friend to suicide back in 2018. I volunteer with the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention to bring awareness to this issue. Every individual may experience suicide in a different way, so it is important to educate one another about the topic and to adapt to every individual unique situation.
Facts
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the US for all ages. (CDC)
Every day, approximately 130 Americans die by suicide. (CDC)
In 2022, there were 49,476 that died by suicide. (CDC)
Depression affects 20-25% of Americans ages 18+ in a given year. (CDC)
In 2022, there were an estimated 1.6 million suicide attempts in US. (CDC)
Warning Signs
Ways To Help
Educate yourself about suicide and suicide prevention
Share resources to everyone
Donate to organizations
Make sure to take proper steps with those who may need help in this area
Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself
Looking for a way to kill oneself
Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain
Talking about being a burden to others
Organizations and Resources
American Foundation For Suicide Prevention (afsp.org)
Suicide Awarness Voices of Education (save.org)
The Elevation Society (theelevationsociety.org)
