September is National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month
Everyone can play a role in preventing suicide! During National Suicide Prevention 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 know how to get help.

 To learn more about suicide prevention, visit the NIMH website.

Get Shareable Resources

Suicide is a major public health concern. More than 45,900 people die by suicide each year in the United States; it is the 12th leading cause of death overall. Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable.  For more information on suicide prevention, visit the NIMH health topic page or download brochures.

Help raise awareness by sharing resources that help others recognize the warning signs for suicide and know how to get help.

Graphics and Social Media Messages to Share

CLICK ON THIS LINK to download and share messages prepared by NIMH to help spread the word about suicide prevention. You can copy and paste the text into a tweet, email, or post.


How can you help?
Learn about what to say…


Crisis Help Call 988
800-523-3333

Text “MN’ to 751741

Calls in East Central Minnesota are routed to local mobile or local phone help.
Click here for additional information
In a life threatening situation or medical emergency, call your doctor or 911.


Just need to talk?
Wellness in the Woods 5:pm – 9:am Daily 844-739-6369
Minnesota NAMI Warmline 4:pm – 8:pm Thur – Sun 888-334-7754
Mental Health Advocacy Minnesota Warmline 5:pm-10:pm Mon – Sat 877-404-3190

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