American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

It's time we talk away the dark. Suicide is a topic that hides in the shadows. All too often it goes unaddressed, even when we may sense someone is struggling. It’s time we shed some light on this leading cause of death. In our brand new national public service announcement, we highlight some of the common warning signs for suicide and encourage you to start an open and honest conversation with someone you care about, and connect those at risk to help. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eRFw8efK. #TalkAwayTheDark #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #StopSuicide

"In 1998, my family faced our first Thanksgiving without my son Mark, who had died by suicide 18 days earlier."

Thank YOU! 💙 We’re grateful for the AFSP community. Your passion, support, and voice better the world.

For the last 15 years, Dennis Lasley has chosen to devote some of his time and energy to something that has impacted him personally and which is currently the 11th leading cause of death in our country: suicide. “Like so many Americans, I have felt the devastating impact of suicide... In December of 2008, I received some difficult news. It was the call to let me know my friend Sean had died by suicide.” In the months that followed, he went through a myriad of emotions; sadness, confusion, and anger. He was left grasping for an understanding. #Give2AFSP so we can help to prevent people losing a loved one to suicide: afsp.org/givingtuesday

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we wanted to know what you feel thankful for, even when you're having a tough time. Here are some of the responses we received on social media:

44% of LGBTQIA2S+ adults are likely to say they are very/somewhat familiar with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, compared to 31% of non-LGBTQIA2S+ adults. Awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is growing, but we need to do more. To access more information from our recent public perception poll conducted with National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention and Suicide Prevention Resource Center, go to SuicidePreventionNow.org.

NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski joined Victor Armstrong, MSW of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention & Tansy McNulty, MBA of 1M4 for a discussion on crisis response at inseparable's Building Hope Summit yesterday!

Thank you to everyone who participated in Survivor Day yesterday! We hope you found support and connection as you navigate any suicide loss in your life. Mark your calendar for next year’s event and spread the word.

This #SurvivorDay, remember that each healing journey is unique. Take a moment today to honor your journey. Honor the memories that shape it. Honor how far you have come. Learn more about Survivor Day: afsp.org/survivorday

It’s International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. #SurvivorDay is a time of unity, healing, and remembrance. Today, let us honor the resilience and strength of suicide loss survivors around the world. How will you be participating in Survivor Day? If you’re looking to get involved, check out afsp.org/survivorday.