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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a major public health concern and a leading cause of death in the U.S. Help the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness by sharing resources that help others recognize the warning signs for suicide and know how to get help.
Campaign date: September 1–30, 2023
Hashtags: #suicideprevention #SPM23
Digital shareables: nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH/suicideprevention
During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, help @NIMHgov raise awareness about suicide prevention by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Everyone can help save lives. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/aDmNYV8 . #SPM23 #shareNIMH
Alt text: Two individuals holding hands. Text: “Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.
Save the number, save a life. Add the @988Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.nih.gov/xiyLASR for more information. #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. For information, visit https://go.nih.gov/Ha8YZ2L . #SPM23
Alt text: Presents behaviors and feelings that may be warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain: https://go.nih.gov/8ghYhmS . #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Presents five steps for helping someone in emotional pain in order to prevent suicide; Ask, Keep them Safe, Be there, Help them connect, and Stay connected. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic from @NIMHgov may help guide you. https://go.nih.gov/Q9s3iF8 . #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Presents information about how to assess your mental health and determine if you need help. It provides examples of mild and severe symptoms, self-care activities, and options for professional help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/findhelp.
Join @NIMHgov on September 19 for a Facebook Live discussion on youth suicide prevention. Experts will discuss how to talk to youth about suicide risk, how to identify the warning signs of suicide, and interventions to help prevent youth suicide. https://go.nih.gov/kSeF6wo . #SPM23
Alt text: Facebook Live Event: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Youth Suicide Prevention Lisa M. Horowitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Pediatric Psychologist and Senior Associate Scientist
Intramural Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
Stephen O’Connor, Ph.D.
Chief of the Suicide Prevention Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
September 19, 2023, 2:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Icon illustration of a laptop and a speech bubble overlayed on top.
Link point to facebook.com/nimhgov
During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, help the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness about suicide prevention by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Everyone can help save lives. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/j4QOzaW . #SPM23 #shareNIMH
Alt text: Two individuals holding hands. Text: “Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.
Save the number, save a life. Add the @988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.nih.gov/Mw4Tli9 for more information. #shareNIMH #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://go.nih.gov/NujJ2sS . #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents behaviors and feelings that may be warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://go.nih.gov/bh9fAuI . #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents five steps for helping someone in emotional pain in order to prevent suicide; Ask, Keep them Safe, Be there, Help them connect, and Stay connected. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic from the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) may help guide you. https://go.nih.gov/qKm64dX . #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents information about how to assess your mental health and determine if you need help. It provides examples of mild and severe symptoms, self-care activities, and options for professional help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/findhelp.
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a Facebook Live event on youth suicide prevention on September 19. Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. During the event, NIMH experts Drs. Lisa M. Horowitz and Stephen O’Connor will lead a discussion on how to talk to youth about suicide risk, how to identify the warning signs of suicide, risk factors for suicide, and NIMH-supported research on interventions for youth suicide prevention. Learn more! https://go.nih.gov/V4C75L1 . #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Facebook Live Event: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Youth Suicide Prevention Lisa M. Horowitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Pediatric Psychologist and Senior Associate Scientist
Intramural Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
Stephen O’Connor, Ph.D.
Chief of the Suicide Prevention Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
September 19, 2023, 2:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Icon illustration of a laptop and a speech bubble overlayed on top.
Link point to facebook.com/nimhgov
During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, help @NIMHgov raise awareness about suicide prevention by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Everyone can help save lives. Share science. Share hope. Learn more by visiting nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH/suicideprevention. #SPM23 #shareNIMH #suicideprevention
Alt text: Two individuals holding hands. Text: “Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.
Save the number, save a life. Add the @988lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention for more information. #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention
Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. Learn more from @NIMHgov by visiting nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention. #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Presents behaviors and feelings that may be warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain: nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention. #shareNIMH #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents five steps for helping someone in emotional pain in order to prevent suicide; Ask, Keep them Safe, Be there, Help them connect, and Stay connected. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
Do you need help with your mental health? If you don’t know where to start, this infographic from @NIMHgov may help guide you. Learn more at nimh.nih.gov/findhelp. #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents information about how to assess your mental health and determine if you need help. It provides examples of mild and severe symptoms, self-care activities, and options for professional help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/findhelp.
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, @NIMHgov is hosting a Facebook Live event on youth suicide prevention on September 19.
Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. During the event, NIMH experts Drs. Lisa M. Horowitz and Stephen O’Connor will lead a discussion on how to talk to youth about suicide risk, how to identify the warning signs of suicide, risk factors for suicide, and NIMH-supported research on interventions for youth suicide prevention. Watch the event on NIMH’s Facebook at facebook.com/nimhgov . #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Facebook Live Event: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Youth Suicide Prevention Lisa M. Horowitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Pediatric Psychologist and Senior Associate Scientist
Intramural Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
Stephen O’Connor, Ph.D.
Chief of the Suicide Prevention Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
September 19, 2023, 2:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Icon illustration of a laptop with a speech bubble overlayed on top.
Link point to facebook.com/nimhgov
During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, help the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness about suicide prevention by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Everyone can help save lives. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/KHqJm0d . #SPM23 #shareNIMH
Alt text: Two individuals holding hands. Text: “Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.
How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://go.nih.gov/MAiexad . #suicideprevention #SPM23
Alt text: Presents five steps for helping someone in emotional pain in order to prevent suicide; Ask, Keep them Safe, Be there, Help them connect, and Stay connected. Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention.
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, NIMH is hosting a Facebook Live event on youth suicide prevention on September 19. Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. During the event, NIMH experts Drs. Lisa M. Horowitz and Stephen O’Connor will lead a discussion on how to talk to youth about suicide risk, how to identify the warning signs of suicide, risk factors for suicide, and NIMH-supported research on interventions for youth suicide prevention. Learn more! https://go.nih.gov/sgQObD2 . #SPM23 #suicideprevention
Alt text: Facebook Live Event: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Youth Suicide Prevention Lisa M. Horowitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Pediatric Psychologist and Senior Associate Scientist
Intramural Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
Stephen O’Connor, Ph.D.
Chief of the Suicide Prevention Research Program
National Institute of Mental Health
September 19, 2023, 2:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Icon illustration of a laptop and a speech bubble overlayed on top.
Link point to facebook.com/nimhgov
Subject: Help Save Lives During Suicide Prevention Month & Beyond!
Everyone can play a role in preventing suicide! During National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September, help the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness by sharing resources that help others recognize the warning signs for suicide and learn how to get help.
On September 19, 2023, please join NIMH for a Facebook Live event on youth suicide prevention. Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the U.S. During the event, NIMH experts Drs. Lisa M. Horowitz and Stephen O’Connor will lead a discussion on talking to youth about suicide risk, how to identify the warning signs of suicide, risk factors for suicide, and NIMH-supported research on interventions for youth suicide prevention.