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Prevention Resources

Prevention starts with you

It is the shared responsibility of us all to know the warning signs for suicide

Know the signs:

  • Threatening suicide
  • Talking or writing about suicide
  • Isolation or withdrawal
  • Agitation, especially combined with sleeplessness
  • Nightmares
  • Previous suicide attempt(s)
  • Seeking methods to kill oneself
  • Feeling hopeless or trapped
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Protective factors for suicide

    • Cultural and religious beliefs that discourage suicide and support self-preservation

    • Skill in solving problems, resolving conflict and handling disputes non-violently

    • Strong connections to family

    • Strong connections to community support
    • Effective professional care for mental, physical and substance abuse disorders

    • Easy access to a number of different types of professional help

    • Being supported to seek help

    • Mental and medical health care relationships that are ongoing

    • No access to highly lethal means of suicide

No matter your role in someone’s life, prevention begins with awareness. Below we feature a multitude of resources for you to be educated on what to watch for and how to prevent a crisis in someone’s life. It is important to take warning signs seriously and to take appropriate action when you think someone is considering suicide.

For Parents

Parents are in a position to counsel and speak with their children. Know and be aware of the warning signs for your children. Simply being aware can save a life. 

For youth

Youth are more likely to open up to their peers about suicidal thoughts than to adults and others. It is important for youth to be educated on what do when a peer opens up about suicidal thoughts.

For the workplace

Important resources for the work setting and preventing suicide.

For schools and teachers

Between 2009-2013 Idaho has lost 85 school-aged children to suicide. HOWEVER, with the right knowledge, suicide is the most preventable form of death.

for healthcare professionals

Healthcare professionals have an important role in preventing suicide.

Other Resources

Facts about suicide

Facts About Suicide

Every suicide is a tragedy. Although commonly under-reported, it is estimated that close to 800,000 people take their lives each year.
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Warning Signs

Warning Signs

Suicide takes a heavy toll on individuals, families, and communities worldwide. Knowing the warning signs can save a life.
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Postvention resources

Postvention resources

Losing someone you love to suicide is difficult and confusing. Coping with grief and knowing how to support others can be a difficult challenge. You are not alone!
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Help bring resources, hope, and support to those
affected by suicide

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If you are interested in volunteering with us on a regular basis, please fill out the form. You may also join us at our monthly community meetings which are held the first Thursday of each month. See our events page for more information.

We do not provide crisis intervention. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis please call or text the 24-hour Idaho Crisis & suicide hotline at 988. If this is a life threatening emergency please dial 911.

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