Families and communities play a powerful role in preventing suicide by offering presence, listening without judgment, and connecting loved ones to professional care. Mental health experts stress that genuine support and attention can mean the difference between despair and hope.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Elevating teen voices and the parents who listen
Teen mental health advocate Peyton Griffin and her mother Brittany Williams are sharing their journey with mental health. The two emphasize the importance of early support, therapy and compassionate listening. Their story highlights how open dialogue and emotional awareness can change lives.
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Breaking the silence: Raising awareness on suicide prevention
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and around the world, with more than 49,000 people dying by suicide in 2022, and September marks World Suicide Prevention Day and National Suicide Prevention Month to raise awareness and share vital resources.
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A call to action: Addressing Black trauma during PTSD Awareness Month
PTSD is a mental health diagnosis that can affect anyone who has experienced a life-threatening or traumatic event, and African Americans experience trauma at a higher rate due to socioeconomic status and sexual assault, and racial trauma can also contribute to PTSD.