September is Suicide Prevention Month.
Suicide prevention can look like a lot of different things: education, advocacy, support, spending time with loved ones, asking for help, reaching out, and more. We want to know what suicide prevention is to you.
Join us in the conversation on social media and find resources to learn more about suicide prevention at Sheppard Pratt.
Between 2010 and 2020, nearly half a million people died by suicide. On average, that amounts to one death every 11 minutes. It is a leading cause of death in the United States, and young people are most at risk.
Suicide remains the second leading cause of death for individuals between the ages of 10-14 and 25-34. And suicide rates are increasing fast, especially among people of color, young people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people who live in rural areas.
But suicide can be prevented. Everyone has a role to play to save lives and support friends, family, and communities in need. Suicide prevention is increased access to mental healthcare, stronger economic supports, and education about coping and problem-solving skills.
What is suicide prevention to you?
Join in the conversation, share your progress with us on social media, and encourage your friends and family to participate. Tag us @SheppardPratt on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, and share your answers using the hashtag #SuicidePreventionIs, submitting a post on Pulse, or emailing us at marketing@sheppardpratt.org.
Help us picture suicide prevention and spread awareness far and wide this month.
Suicide Prevention Resources from Sheppard Pratt
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Suicide Prevention in the Time of COVID-19
Mental HealthPublished:There are many ways you can make a difference during Suicide Prevention Month and throughout the year.
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Global pandemic increases need for higher level of mental health care
In the NewsPublished:For millions of people, an unprecedented catastrophe like a global pandemic may require a higher level of mental health care.
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Tips for Building Resiliency
Mental HealthPublished:Navigate traumatic situations and build resilience with these tips.
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Help For Your Mental Health
In the NewsPublished:Laura Lawson Webb, VP and chief nursing officer, discusses ways to maintain your mental health and wellness, even in the midst of a pandemic, in Baltimore OUTloud magazine.
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Peace of Mind: Sheppard Pratt’s Virtual Walk-in Clinic Offers Accessible Mental Health Services
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Deepak Prabhakar, medical director of outpatient services, shares how Sheppard Pratt's innovative virtual crisis walk-in clinic is meeting the mental health needs of Marylanders.
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As coronavirus rolls on in Maryland, mental health toll surges, with experts fearing spike in suicides
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Deepak Prabhakar, medical director of outpatient services, explains the mental health toll of COVID-19 and the impact of Sheppard Pratt’s Virtual Crisis Walk-In Clinic.
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Feeling pandemic-induced stress, anxiety? Here’s where to find help.
In the NewsPublished:Has the pandemic impacted your mental health? You're not alone - and help is available. Learn about resources, including Sheppard Pratt's in-person and virtual Crisis Walk-In Clinics, in this article.
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Ongoing pandemic leading to high-anxiety and depression in teens and young adults
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Deepak Prabhakar, medical director of outpatient services, discusses the impact of the pandemic on young people, including suicide risk factors and warning signs, and explains the importance of seeking professional help for those in need.
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Mental Health Moment: September is Suicide Prevention Month
In the NewsPublished:September is Suicide Prevention Month. Dr. Deepak Prabhakar, medical director of outpatient services, discusses our nation’s suicide epidemic, including individual risk factors and warning signs, and provides helpful resources in this article.
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Suicide Prevention Month
Mental HealthPublished:September is Suicide Prevention Month. We sat down with Dr. Andrea Gottlieb to learn about warning signs to be on the lookout for, and how we can help someone experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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What Parents Need to Know About Self-Harm
Caregivers & SupportsPublished:Self-harm. Cutting. Self-injury. These are words that you may not be familiar with or have even heard of. Hopefully, you do not have any experience with them.
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Is "No Known Mental Health Condition" Useful for Suicide Prevention?
In the NewsPublished:In this interview, Sheppard Pratt psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Scott Aaronson weighs in on the topic of suicide prevention.
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Mental illness knows no bounds; Professionals share what you can do to help those in need
In the NewsPublished:In an interview with FOX 45, medical director of crisis services Dr. Benedicto Borja and psychiatrist Dr. Catherine Harrison-Restelli share what to do if you suspect a loved one is having suicidal thoughts.
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Suicide Prevention
In the NewsPublished:In this interview with FOX 45, Sheppard Pratt psychologist Dr. Andrea Gottlieb discusses how to recognize the signs someone may be considering suicide, and how you can help.
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Experts weigh in on suicide prevention after death of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain
In the NewsPublished:Dr. Andrea Gottlieb, Sheppard Pratt psychologist, discusses why we, as a society, need to talk about mental health and suicide.
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Finding Help and Hope
Mental HealthPublished:As I’ve written about before, just like a cold, suicide can be contagious. Youth suicide increases after a death in school settings and suicide rates often increase…
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Video: Signs your child may be considering suicide
In the NewsPublished:In an interview with WBAL TV 11, medical director of crisis services Dr. Ben Borja shares signs parents should be on the lookout for.
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Tips for Talking with Your Child About Suicide
Caregivers & SupportsPublished:Suicide is not the first topic that comes to mind when talking to your children. But, it is a conversation that you still need to have with them, even if you think…
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Suicide Warning Signs and Risk Factors: Knowing When to Help
Caregivers & SupportsPublished:Eight out of ten people considering suicide give some sign of their intention before an attempt. Finding out that someone is considering suicide can be very frightening…
Additional Recommended Resources
National Institutes of Mental Health
Learn the signs, symptoms, and risk factors for those in crisis, as well as contact information to connect you to support resources through the National Institute of Mental Health’s suicide prevention site.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential support 24/7 to those experiencing distress or crisis.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) provides valuable information and crisis resources aimed at helping you understand the warning signs of suicide so you can be better prepared for a crisis.
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