Prioritizing mental well-being by seeking personalized support can foster hope and healing. Discussing available resources helps promote a positive, recovery-focused narrative. Sharing suicide prevention resources and the following tips can help reduce stigma and connect people with important tools.
- Connecting with trusted friends, family, and healthcare providers in your community can help identify suitable support tailored to your needs.
- Engaging with peer support networks or local support groups can provide comfort and connection by sharing experiences with individuals facing similar challenges.
- Professional help can also make a big difference, but sometimes, it is hard to know where to start as there are many different types of mental health professionals.
- A good starting point is to call the number on the back of your insurance card. They can help you identify what providers are part of your plan.
- Ask for referrals from your friends, family, doctors, or others you trust.
- Contact 988 or your local mental health center to understand what mental health resources are available in your community.
Accessible care for suicide prevention
The 988 Lifeline is available nationwide and offers resources for both individuals and professionals via phone, text, and chat. Services for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Spanish speaking communities are also available.
Visit the 988 Lifeline website or National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)for resources for individuals, including specific resources for attempt survivors, loss survivors, Veterans, and more.
