Title: NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH - September 2021 | National Today
Headings: National Suicide Prevention Month –
September 2021

National Suicide Prevention Month – September 2021
When is National Suicide Prevention Month 2021?
History of National Suicide Prevention Month
National Suicide Prevention Month timeline
A Suicide Prevention Center Opens
A Suicide Prevention Task Force is Created
Crisis Centers are Established Nationally
A Youth Suicide Prevention Grant Program is Passed
By The Numbers
How to Observe National Suicide Prevention Month
Spread the message
Volunteer at a crisis center
Record a supportive video
5 No-nonsense Tips To Help Someone In Crisis
Ask direct questions
Listen to their answers
Do a safety check
Don't keep this a secret
Ensure they seek professional help
Why National Suicide Prevention Month is Important
It promotes awareness
It starts a dialogue
It initiates change
National Suicide Prevention Month dates

Content: Judy Collins. In recent years, society has become more open and receptive to discussions and conversations on suicide. However, there is still a stigma surrounding it and, with suicide rates increasing, it still means that the right help is not reaching people on time and we have a long way to go. It’s one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world — approximately 44,000 people in the U.S. alone commit suicide each year. All of us play a role in both perpetuating the causes of- and preventing suicide. Every year on National Suicide Prevention Month in September, mental health advocates, survivors, friends and family, and mental health organizations across the country and around the world share their experiences and work towards eradicating this most tragic act. Suicidal thoughts can plague anyone regardless of age, gender, or social status. Commonly linked to depression, there is no foolproof indicator of suicidal tendencies. Many people suffering from depression or suicidal thoughts cover them up quite well. Such was the case with beloved comedian Robin Williams, who committed suicide at the age of 63 in August 2014.