Forefront Suicide Prevention is a Center of Excellence @UW. Our mission is to help people take action to prevent suicide in their communities.
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#NationalInjuryPreventionDay '24 is coming up! @HIPRC & @intheforefront are sharing a guide to answer common questions kids & teens have about mental health & suicide. @harborviewmc will also be illuminated in green!
Help spread the word to #BeInjuryFree: hiprc.org/nipd-suicide/
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This one image explains why it's so important to put medications and firearms in locked and hard to reach places in your home. After just 10 minutes of distress, suicidal thoughts often subside.
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If you are feeling anxious or overwhelmed in the lead-up to the 2024 Presidential election, try these tips to reduce stress while staying informed. If you would like to talk about it, you can always reach a caring, non-judgmental listener at 988.
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King County Residents! We want your input on safety and gun violence. Take our quick, anonymous survey (7 min or less) to help shape public safety efforts. Every voice matters! Visit the link below to participate. Questions? Email rgv@kingcounty.gov.
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#ActionforWomensHealth is an fantastic $250 million funding opportunity for organizations working to improve women’s physical & mental health worldwide.
We’re excited to see @pivotalventures announce this incredibly important new fund!
📢 Announcing…Action for Women’s Health!
Together with Lever for Change, we're excited to announce a new $250 million global open call that will fund organizations working to improve women’s mental and physical health. Learn more + apply here: pvtl.ventures/3ZXFPZo
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Today is World Mental Health Day. As we grapple with a youth mental health crisis, overwhelming stress among parents and caregivers, and an epidemic of loneliness, it’s more important than ever to make Mental Health a priority in our lives.
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Today, @AFSPNational, @Action_Alliance, and @SPRCtweets released new data that reinforces the urgent need to make suicide prevention a national priority.
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Thank you to our partners in the first responder community for helping us develop this free 60-minute suicide prevention training module. 💜
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The return of the FAST Skills Workshop Series!
Check out the lineup of events that will provide brief, evidence-based behavioral therapy methods for youth and families with common mental health concerns.
Presented in partnership with @seattlechildren.
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The 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention was created to address gaps in the health care system, specifically related to mental health. CAMS fits into each of these directions and is specifically called out in a few of them. Learn more 👉 hhs.gov/programs/prevention-…
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💜September is #SuicidePreventionMonth💜
At @HIPRC, we’re dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources to help save lives. From recognizing warning signs to providing support, every action counts. Let’s break the silence and save lives together.
hiprc.org/suicide-prevention…
ALT Purple infographic reads, September is suicide prevention month. We all have a role to play - help prevent suicide & promote health equity. https://hiprc.org/suicide-prevention-month/
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It's #SuicidePreventionMonth. Create hope by learning the signs and risk factors of suicide and supporting someone thinking about suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988 or chat with 988lifeline.org #SPM24
ALT Promotional image for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, featuring an individual looking at their smartphone with the message 'Whatever your reason for connecting, 988 is here to help.'
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On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay we’re introducing our new training course, a free 7-part series, streaming on demand. Learn how to apply a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. CEUs are available. Register here: lnkd.in/gUuFf9t5 Thanks to @WADeptHealth for support.
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#WorldSuicidePreventionDay provides a dedicated time to come together with passion and strength to address this difficult topic. We can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health and suicide, because just one conversation can change a life.
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This week is #SuicidePreventionWeek
You can help reduce the risk for #suicide in your community. Learn how to talk to someone who is considering suicide with these action steps: samhsa.gov/mental-health/sui… #SPM24 #SuicidePreventionWeek
ALT Promotional graphic for National Suicide Prevention Awareness Week, September 8-14, 2024, featuring a teal ribbon symbol with hashtags '#SuicidePreventionMonth' and '#SPM24'. Includes the logo of SAMHSA.
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Effective suicide prevention requires open conversations about suicide. It also requires shared effort from individuals, families, and communities. We all must work together to prevent suicide. Learn more about risk factors, coping methods, and other resources: wadoh.info/3XAvOje
ALT Promotional image for a new blog post titled 'Suicide Prevention Begins with Us', featuring four individuals standing together in solidarity, overlooking a sunrise. Includes a 'Read Now' button.
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People who like the idea of texting a therapist should feel confident they’re getting the same quality of care as people who opt for video appointments, says study author Michael Pullmann @UWPsychiatry. @TIME @Jamie_Ducharme shorturl.at/AcI3L
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How does climate change have a direct impact on our mental health? How can people reduce the mental health toll of climate disasters? These are a couple of the questions we asked our experts in our latest blog post: wadoh.info/3ZnqLUD
ALT Promotional graphic for a new blog post titled 'A Conversation on Hope, Despair, and Climate Action.' Features an individual sitting beside a fan, holding a bottle, with thoughtful expression. Includes a 'Read Now' button.
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We’re hiring!
We’re looking for three Family Community Connectors to support families with youth who are experiencing mental health challenges.
Learn more at the link below. And please share if you know people who would be a good fit for the role.
uwhires.admin.washington.edu…
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