Tag: suicide prevention
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September campaign will focus on suicide prevention in Howell
With post-pandemic rises in anxiety, depression, suicide ideation and substance use across all ages, September has been designated as National Suicide Prevention Month in Howell with a focus on creating awareness of suicide prevention, mental health support resources and crisis helplines, according to Christa Riddle, Alliance Coordinator, Substance Use Prevention and Mental Health. In 2020,…
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‘Hope for Tomorrow’ mental health fair planned for Feb. 23
BoroSAFE, Hillsborough’s community organization dedicated to mental health awareness and suicide prevention, will hold its second annual “Hope for Tomorrow” Virtual Mental Health Fair from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 23. This free event will feature a keynote speaker, 10 breakout session options on a variety of mental health topics, and a trivia game with prizes. Scott…
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HEALTH MATTERS 11/12: Recognizing Risks and Warning Signs Can Help Prevent Suicide
By Arshad Siddiqui, MD Millions of Americans have serious thoughts of suicide each year, and while suicide rates fell by nearly 6 percent in 2020, more than 44,000 people took their own lives, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Generally, when people contemplate suicide, it is because they feel hopeless and…
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South Brunswick to hold annual Suicide Awareness Walk
The third annual Suicide Awareness Walk hosted by the South Brunswick School District, in collaboration with Rutgers School Based Youth Services, will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 19 at Woodlot Park, 124 New Road, Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick. For more information, email [email protected] The NJ Hopeline is available 24/7…
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More than 100 Burlington County lives were lost to suicide over past 18 months
Several dozen Burlington County officials, workers and guests memorialized those who died by suicide last year during the county’s annual Suicide Prevention Walk. Held annually at the Burlington County Human Services Building, the walk is intended to increase awareness about World Suicide Prevention Day and the resources available to assist those struggling with depression, addiction,…
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Family whose son died by suicide expresses importance of asking for help
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Kenny Baker was 14 when he was diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety, and began having suicidal thoughts. As he struggled for three years, Kenny told his friends he had mononucleosis, afraid he would face judgment and criticism for his mental health issues. “Not only did Kenny have to wake up every…
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Hillsborough recognizes National Suicide Awareness Month
Hillsborough’s Township Committee members recognized September as National Suicide Awareness Month on Sept. 8. The month-long initiative is known through the United States and helps raise awareness that prevention is possible, treatment is effective and people do recover. “In these challenging times, messages of hope and healing are needed now more than ever. The…
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Resources available to residents during National Suicide Prevention Month
HOWELL – With coronavirus-related increases being observed in anxiety, depression, suicide and substance use, September’s National Suicide Prevention Month campaign is more important than ever, according to the Howell Township Municipal Alliance. A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report revealed that 40% of United States adults said they had struggled with mental health…
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Timing is everything when it comes to suicide prevention
As the old adage goes, Timing is Everything. A few months ago, I was fortunate enough to be asked to join a new suicide task force being established in North Brunswick. Normally, a suggestion like that would make me weigh the pros and cons, evaluate my time management and wonder if I could serve any…