Suicide Prevention Resources | Mental Health & Wellness (2024)

FAQs

What is Yellow Ribbon suicide prevention? ›

The Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program (YRSPP) is a suicide prevention program based in the United States, and aimed in particular at teenagers. The program is run by the Yellow Ribbon non-profit. YRSPP uses a yellow ribbon with a heart to encourage awareness about suicide / suicide prevention.

Suicide intervention is a direct effort to prevent a person or persons from attempting to take their own life or lives intentionally.

Bark monitors online activities and alerts parents and guardians to potential issues, including suicidal ideation, depression, self-harm, and more.

In rare cases, the police may be called

We absolutely understand that fear! It's worth mentioning that less than 3% of calls ever actually require police intervention.

Changing behavior, such as:

Withdrawing from friends, saying goodbye, giving away important items, or making a will. Taking dangerous risks such as driving extremely fast. Displaying extreme mood swings. Eating or sleeping more or less.

Veterans are at high risk of suicide, in addition to people who live in rural areas or work in certain industries like mining and construction. Compared to other racial and ethnic groups, suicide rates are highest among non-Hispanic Native American and Alaska Native people, followed by white people.

Saying something as simple as: “Please don't hurt yourself,” “I don't want you to kill yourself; I would miss you terribly,” “My life would be less full without you,” can help the distressed person think about their reasons for living. Say, “I am here.” Listen to the person without judging.

Call a crisis hotline, such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Text HOME to the Crisis Textline at 741741. If you feel you're at immediate risk, reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional.

Prevention strategies found to be effective in suicide prevention include means restriction, responsible media coverage, and general public education, as well identification methods such as screening, gatekeeper training, and primary care physician education.

National Suicide Prevention Week (NSPW) is an annual week-long campaign in the United States to inform and engage health professionals and the general public about suicide prevention and warning signs of suicide.

How to cope with suicidal partner? ›

Offer emotional support.

Your patience and love can make a huge difference. Ask questions and listen carefully to the answers. Try not to brush off or judge the other person's feelings, but do offer hope. Suggest activities that you can do together, and keep in mind that it takes time to get better.

When you first call, you will get an automated greeting with additional options. A person does not come on the line immediately. After dialing 1-800-273-8255, you will hear the following automated message: "You have reached the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, also servicing the Veterans service line.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate assistance, please call "911" and explain the nature of your problem to the operator. ​The Mental Health Services Division (MHSD) administers a number of mental health programs for Children and Youth, Adults and Older Adults.

This often means that people bereaved by suicide feel stigmatised and isolated. If someone you know has died by suicide, it is normal to feel grief, anger, guilt and betrayal. Grief is a normal process, but if you're struggling, consider seeking professional bereavement counselling or joining a support group.

In all life threatening situations, please call RI Emergency 911 directly. Are you contemplating reporting a suicidal person to the police and have concerns about your safety if you make such a report? Please call 911 or your local municipal police. Share your concerns about safety and ask for guidance.