A national campaign was launched for the 988 helpline that provides live 24/7 phone support. In the most dire of cases, a mobile crisis team can aid someone in crisis.
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When it comes to suicide prevention, one of the largest minority groups in the United States –people with disabilities, who account for 27% of the population – is often overlooked.
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Preventing suicide deaths by firearms is a challenging public health issue, and Donna’s Law is tackling one part of that prevention through a voluntary firearm “do not sell” list.
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The NH Department of Health and Human Services has rolled out their “Strong As Granite” media campaign, intended to raise awareness about the behavioral health services.
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – all month we will be featuring information about the state’s suicide prevention efforts.
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The rollout of 988, featuring the easy-to-remember version of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to provide a better response to people in crisis in NH
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The annual NH Stand Down event hosted by Harbor Care’s Veterans FIRST program is a resource fair dedicated to providing at-risk and homeless veterans with important services and resources.
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British comic actor Joe Tracini suffers from borderline personality disorder which includes near-constant suicidal thoughts.
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Social media often presents an idealized version of life, leading to feelings of inadequacy and contributing to anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression.
Recent studies indicate that using the computer power of artificial intelligence can help identify and evaluate risk factors for suicide in different populations. Here are three examples of how the predictive powers of computers poring over large amounts of data can help save lives.
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Helping our Heroes: Veterans who served in combat zones experience both Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) at higher rates than the general population.
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New information on the abuse of sodium nitrite shows it could contribute to incidents of deaths by suicide in populations with potentially high risk for suicide, posing a significant threat to public health.
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Those facing a terminal illness may not know their options and what is available in New Hampshire and that hospice care is a peaceful, comfortable alternative that offers support for the family as well as the patient.
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The original Stand Down was modeled after the Stand Down concept used during the Vietnam War to provide a safe retreat for units returning from combat operations.
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Operation Delta Dog (ODD) pairs rescue dogs with Veterans to help them overcome PTSD (post-traumatic stress syndrome). Though the number of military service members and Veterans in the U.S. is declining, their suicide rates are increasing.
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March is Brain Injury Awareness month, and the Brain Injury Association of NH is focused on raising awareness about issues that affect brain injury survivors, including the link between brain injury and suicide.
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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults with disabilities were three times more likely to report suicidal ideation in the past month compared to persons without disabilities.
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According to the Trevor Project, 45% of LGBTQ+ youth have seriously considered suicide in the past year -- and 1 in 5 trans youth attempted suicide in the past year (Trevor Project, 2022). Who are LGBTQ+ youth, why is their risk of suicide so high, and what can we do about it?
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The pandemic impact is amplified and has created a Partnership for Public Health is using the “Together With Veterans” model to increase mental health support for Veterans during a challenging time.
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John Broderick missed the signs of mental illness in his son, with tragic consequences. Broderick is on a new speaking tour to raise awareness and combat the stigma associated with mental health issues. As he focuses on schools,
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