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Training health professionals in suicide assessment, treatment

WebHealth professionals regularly encounter individuals who are at risk for suicide. Despite the comorbidity or co-occurrence of mental health conditions and suicide, the vast majority of mental health professionals — a group that includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, licensed counselors, and psychiatric nurses — do not typically receive routine …

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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Shines Light on …

WebNEW YORK (Sept. 12, 2023) – The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), a leading suicide prevention organization in the U.S., is continuing to advance health equity by increasing access to suicide prevention resources for Hispanic and Latinx communities. In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the organization is highlighting …

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Find a mental health professional AFSP

WebWho is a mental health professional, and how can they help? This page provides an overview, and resources for finding mental health providers in your area. Skip to content. Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741 ¿Estás en una crisis?

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America’s Largest Suicide Prevention Organization Shares a New …

WebGizmo offers guidance to children on how to recognize and cope with sad, mad and worried feelings and related behaviors, and makes managing their mental health – and knowing how and when to reach out to a trusted adult for further support – a simple, non-scary part of their everyday life.

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A Program a Day in May: Bringing Suicide Prevention Efforts to …

WebThe program raises awareness about mental health issues, how to start a conversation about mental health, the importance of self-care, and how to reach out for help. The feedback we’ve received from school districts and students regarding this month-long initiative has been incredibly positive and impactful.

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A Simple, Yet Powerful Solution to the Mental Health Crisis: Peer …

WebWe are two psychiatrists working in the national mental health advocacy arena, representing hundreds of thousands of families as well as clinical and scientific advances, and we believe peer support, a non-clinical solution can help alievate strain from our nation's underfunded mental health system.

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Supporting your Mental Health While Navigating Change AFSP

WebChange when things are uncertain is hard. Change that we didn’t choose is harder. Change that has a potential impact on our mental wellness may be the most challenging of all.

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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Announces New …

WebLed by trained AFSP staff and volunteers, as well as mental health professionals, “Finding Hope: Guidance for Supporting Those at Risk” is intended to increase the ability for family members and friends to support someone with lived experience and offers a resource to community members.

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Collaborates with …

WebAs apps become more prevalent as a way to help with mental health, with thousands already in use, it’s important that the public know that not all apps are created equally. Many studies show that there is a preponderance of lack …

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Turning Research into Solutions: College Students and Mental …

WebThrough ISP, over 160,000 individuals have connected with a mental health professional. Through ISP, over 160,000 individuals have connected with a mental health professional. Skip to content. Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988 or …

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What We Know About LGBTQ Youth Mental Health and Suicide …

WebAccording to CDC data, LGBTQ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers. As the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people, The Trevor Project dedicates itself to supporting LGBTQ youth in crisis 24/7 and advocating for LGBTQ-inclusive policies, programs

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How Do You Support #MentalHealth4All: For Your Community

WebWe all have different experiences with our own mental health, and our own preferred methods of care and support. We wanted to hear how you, personally, support #MentalHealth4All in your community, so we put the question out on our @afspnational social media channels. Here’s how some of you responded!

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Five Lessons I've Learned About Navigating Grief and Mental …

WebI have lost multiple loved ones to suicide, and while I have never contemplated suicide myself, I have had my own challenges with mental health. My goal in sharing this essay is to offer some hard-earned wisdom to men experiencing mental health challenges.

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ENCOURAGING HELP-SEEKING WITH ANONYMOUS MENTAL …

WebPhysicians and residents use ISP’s online self-assessment tool to screen for stress, depression and other mental health concerns, and counselors personally respond to address their specific concerns, provide counseling and share mental health resources.

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President Biden Reaffirms Commitment to Mental Health and …

WebAFSP applauds President Biden and his recently released 2025 budget proposal giving significant funding and attention to critical suicide prevention and mental health activities.

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The Evolution of College Mental Health AFSP

WebThe transition to college led me to seek help. It had recently become clear to me that I had anxiety, and this was only emphasized by my moving away from home, friends, and familiarity. I recognized that mental health is a constant in everyone’s life: something I must take the time to acknowledge and attend to.

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AUDACY’S MENTAL HEALTH BROADCAST, “I’M LISTENING,” …

WebPHILADELPHIA, PA (September 6, 2023) – Audacy’s mental health initiative, “I’m Listening,” will continue to deliver engaging conversations to listeners nationwide through its annual broadcast special, which returns Wednesday, September 20, 2023. In partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the broadcast will bring …

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How Do We Get the Men into Mental Health

WebDude. Dudes. It’s time for some real talk. Let’s get real here and look at the numbers. According to the latest figures from the Center for Disease Control, men are responsible for 76.92 percent of all completed suicides. Basically, about four out of every five completed suicides is a guy.

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Honors Volunteers …

WebNEW YORK (April 15, 2024) — This National Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 21-27), the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) celebrates the tremendous contributions of its nationwide volunteer network. AFSP is at the vanguard of suicide prevention and mental health thanks to volunteers who dedicate their time, expertise, …

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Dancing Our Way to Mental Health: Presenting the “It’s Real” …

WebWe decided at the dance studio that we should host one of AFSP’s educational programs — It's Real: Teens and Mental Health, which is appropriate for ages 14-18 It made sense to us because our dance studio is a second home to a lot of these dancers, and dance is a great outlet for teenagers. It felt like it would be helpful to give these

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Ask Dr. Jill: What is a Mental Health Proxy

WebI want to advocate for suicide prevention; I'm looking for community programs; I'm looking for school programs; I want to implement a screening program

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