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Sept. 1, 2023
Shining a light on resources during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Help is readily available, and professionals can help you and/or your family cope with things such as work stress, relationship problems, legal issues and substance abuse concerns. If you are struggling, reach out and get the support you need. You earned it. You’re entitled to it. You deserve it.
Nov. 26, 2021
Carrying on the fight

Deployed members participated in the 2021 Al Udeid Air Base Suicide Awareness Challenge at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Nov. 22, 2021. This event tested participant’s resiliency, brought attention to suicide among military members and emphasized that reaching out for help is a sign of strength.
Dec. 21, 2020
Resiliency Resources

Ask, Care, Escort graphics with Military One Source, National Suicide Hotline, Mental Health Clinic and Chaplain Services resiliency resources contact information.
April 3, 2019
Refusing to be a bystander

A Grand Forks Air Force Base Airman shares a story detailing her successful efforts in preventing a friend's potential suicide.
Sept. 17, 2018
The monster within

The monster within -- A letter to those suffering in silence
Sept. 29, 2017
Air Force psychologist considers social media’s role in suicide prevention

Social media connects us to more people than ever before, but these contacts may not be the type that help build resiliency. Strong interpersonal connections play a critical role in suicide prevention. Used correctly, social media can be an important tool in the suicide prevention toolbox for
Sept. 28, 2017
Be there, be aware: Help prevent suicide

When we focus on our health, it’s easy to pay attention to physical health versus mental well-being. Ignoring mental health concerns like anxiety and depression can lead to worsening symptoms and more serious issues. For some people, these issues may include an increased risk of suicide.
Sept. 14, 2017
Airmen helping Airmen: Suicide prevention

Charged with the safety of every American against all enemies, both foreign and domestic, military members are expected to perform in highly stressful environments. Airmen deal with everyday stressors that come with wearing the uniform, and issues that arise both on and off the battlefield.These
Sept. 7, 2017
Suicide prevention month: stopping suicide is everyone’s battle

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time for Americans to build awareness and help understand suicide in our culture. More than 40,000 Americans lose their life due to suicide each year and research shows that rates in the military and the general population are very close. The loss of any one
Sept. 13, 2016
Every Airman plays a role in suicide prevention

The Air Force is determined to prevent suicide, but an Airman doesn’t need to be a specialist or doctor to do that. Sometimes all it takes is starting a conversation. Everyone has a role to play. That’s a key part of the Defense Department’s #BeThere campaign, which encourages making a difference
May 25, 2016
Suicide prevention – hopes for the future

To some, suicide prevention seems like a topic that is discussed without any definite solution. Every Airman sits through the annual briefings and trainings and hears the statistics that go along with them, yet suicide remains a problem within the DOD.Although there may never be a definite solution

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