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Recognizing the Signs: A Guide to Spotting Depression
Recognizing the Signs: A Guide to Spotting Depression

Recognizing these signs is the first step towards seeking help and support.

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InnovationsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMay 3, 2024depression
The Dangers of Expanding Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS)
The Dangers of Expanding Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS)

Belgium stands as a pioneer in the realm of Physician-Assisted Suicide, having the practice back in 2002. Initially limited to adults experiencing unbearable suffering, Belgium's law has undergone significant expansions over the years, with perhaps the most controversial being the inclusion of kids.

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NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMay 1, 2024Physician - Assisted Suicide
Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth: A Vital Part of Suicide Prevention in New Hampshire
Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth: A Vital Part of Suicide Prevention in New Hampshire

Together, let us reaffirm our commitment to protecting the most vulnerable among us and building a society where every individual, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can thrive and flourish. The journey toward a safer, more inclusive New Hampshire begins with us.

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NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 23, 2024LGBTQ
 Advocate for Suicide Prevention & Palliative Care, Not End-of-Life Options
Advocate for Suicide Prevention & Palliative Care, Not End-of-Life Options

HB 1283, if passed, has the potential to normalize suicide as an acceptable medical procedure for vulnerable individuals, posing tragic consequences for individuals with disabilities.

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Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 22, 2024legislation, hb 1283, Senate
The Ethical Conundrum of Physician-Assisted Suicide: A Medical Professional's Perspective
The Ethical Conundrum of Physician-Assisted Suicide: A Medical Professional's Perspective

With over two decades of experience in the emergency department, Smith has committed her career to the sacred oath of doing no harm and providing compassionate care to her patients.

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NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 19, 2024hb 1283, Suicide Prevention
Preventing Suicide: NAMI NH Director Urges Action Against Discriminatory Legislation
Preventing Suicide: NAMI NH Director Urges Action Against Discriminatory Legislation

Stearns underscores that suicide is the leading cause of death for children ages 10 to 14 in New Hampshire and the second leading cause for those aged 15 to 34.

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Legislative Update, LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 15, 2024legislation, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ youth, NAMI
Upcoming suicide prevention trainings in NH
Upcoming suicide prevention trainings in NH

Please be aware of the upcoming NHADACA suicide prevention trainings.

 

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NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 8, 2024
The Complexities of an open door to Physician Assisted Suicide: The Story of Zoraya ter Beek
The Complexities of an open door to Physician Assisted Suicide: The Story of Zoraya ter Beek

Some right-to-die activists want everyone to have access to euthanasia—even young people with mental illness. Are they also making suicide contagious?

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Legislative Update, Legislation, Stories, NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionApril 5, 2024legislation, HB 1283
Why Douglas Carmichael Advocates For Respite Care Over Physician-Assisted Suicide: Oppose HB1283
Why Douglas Carmichael Advocates For Respite Care Over Physician-Assisted Suicide: Oppose HB1283

Demand that they prioritize funding for comprehensive palliative care, respite services, and holistic support for patients and families, ensuring no one faces life-limiting illnesses alone or feels pressured into considering premature death due to a lack of essential resources and supports.

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Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 27, 2024legislation
Assisted Suicide Opens the Wrong Door
Assisted Suicide Opens the Wrong Door

We cannot not ignore the recent legislative strides made in New Hampshire to bolster suicide prevention efforts. Instead of offering death through laws like HB 1283, let us continue to work toward build a “help-seeking” culture, that offers support and care for those most vulnerable and at-risk for suicide. 

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Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 21, 2024suicide risk, HB 1283
Why HB 1283 Contradicts the Hippocratic Oath
Why HB 1283 Contradicts the Hippocratic Oath

The Hippocratic Oath states doctors should “use their knowledge of medicine and diet to help patients” and “avoid hurting patients, including providing no deadly medicine even if requested to do so.”

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StoriesNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 20, 2024Hippocratic Oath, HB 1283, New Hampshire
How Does Normalizing Suicide Make Sense In A State Dedicated To Suicide Prevention?
How Does Normalizing Suicide Make Sense In A State Dedicated To Suicide Prevention?

Let’s stop HB1283 in its tracks before it undoes all the progress we have made on suicide prevention in NH.

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Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 19, 2024legislation, HN 1283, New Hampshire, NAMI
Assisted Suicide Puts our Most Vulnerable at Risk
Assisted Suicide Puts our Most Vulnerable at Risk

As New Hampshire considers legalizing assisted suicide, also referred to as medical aid in dying , I would like to draw attention to the potential impacts this bill could have on disabled and other marginalized residents.

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Stories, Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 14, 2024MAiD., LGBTQ, Disability
 “Count Us In” Pledge: Palliative Care and Services over Physician-Assisted Suicide
“Count Us In” Pledge: Palliative Care and Services over Physician-Assisted Suicide

More than 40 organizations and individuals have signed the NH Coalition for Suicide Prevention’s “Count Us In” Pledge,

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Innovations, Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 7, 2024HB 1283, Count Us In, Pallitive Care, New Hampshire
Maryland Lawmakers Table Controversial Medical Suicide Bill
Maryland Lawmakers Table Controversial Medical Suicide Bill

In a recent decision that stirred relief among Maryland residents, lawmakers in the state's Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee tabled a fiercely debated medical suicide bill.

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Legislation, News, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionMarch 4, 2024Physician - Assisted Suicide, law, NH Voters with Disabilities, legislation
Doing the Math on HB 1283:  What's the REAL Cost to the State of NH?
Doing the Math on HB 1283: What's the REAL Cost to the State of NH?

While proponents of HB1283, “End of Life Options” have not discussed the costs associated with this bill, there are plenty of potential and indirect costs to plan for and to consider. 

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Legislation, Legislative UpdateNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 26, 2024HB 1283, end of life, Costs
Why Veterans Should Oppose HB 1283 – Take A Look At Canada
Why Veterans Should Oppose HB 1283 – Take A Look At Canada

Let’s stand up for our veterans and help them live, not help them die because it financially benefits the state.  Let’s not open the door, even a crack, to put vulnerable populations – including our veterans – at risk

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NewsNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 20, 2024Assisted Suicide, New Hampshire
Words of Warning - Packed Assisted Suicide Hearing in Concord
Words of Warning - Packed Assisted Suicide Hearing in Concord

Hear testimony from the perspectives of various experts and community members on the inherent dangers of legalizing assisted suicide in New Hampshire.

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Legislative Update, LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 13, 2024HB 1283, Assisted Suicide, legislation
Legislative Update: HB 1283 Draws Large Crowd To Hearing
Legislative Update: HB 1283 Draws Large Crowd To Hearing

HB 1283 Draws Large Crowd To House Judiciary Feb. 7 Hearing; Executive Session Scheduled For Feb. 15th at 10 a.m.

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LegislationNH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 12, 2024Updates, HB 1283
Sign the NH Towards Zero Suicides Pledge
Sign the NH Towards Zero Suicides Pledge

Read the Pledge, then click on the "Sign Here" box. Enter your organization's name and contact info, and you will receive a receipt of your suppor

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NH Coalition for Suicide PreventionFebruary 8, 2024
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