September is Suicide Prevention Month

​The Suicide Prevention Lifeline has some proven ways that could be useful in helping your loved ones.

 Evidence shows that providing support services, talking about suicide, reducing access to means of self-harm, and following up with loved ones are just some of the actions we can all take to help others.”

While it is not up to us to fully guide others in mental health, it can be helpful to listen and be there when asked. As adults we are all responsible for our health and we must personally take action to help ourselves. That being said, if you fear someone might harm themselves, call the suicide prevention line. They are there to help. 

Suicide is without a doubt a delicate subject, but not an invisible one and the more we talk freely about it, the easier it is for someone having suicide thoughts to speak openly about it. Sometimes the thought itself is simply entertaining and takes us away from our daily struggles or demons. However, when too much thought is given to suicide, it becomes dangerous because the fear of death begins to fade and the thought of life can be more painful. This is why it’s important when someone you love is going through stressful and difficult times, listening and helping out -even if just by getting their favorite food- is important. 

​Some extra info on how to prevent suicide here.

Source: suicidepreventionlifeline.org

We all yearn for love and to be loved. Share love, and remember life is short. Enjoy with those you love and make memories that are worth remembering. ​​

​Additional Resources: 
MentalHealth.gov
Your Life Your Voice
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Crisis Text Line

​Thank you
​for staying alive.

​The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. " 

*Disclosure: Jessica G Ferrer is not a doctor or a therapist. ​To find a licensed therapist in your area, this might help: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov

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by Jessica G Ferrer