Category: Suicide Prevention Blog

Suicide is not an easy topic to talk about. It can make people feel downright uncomfortable. But removing the stigma around the topic can help people who are struggling open up and talk about their feelings. And their friends and families need to be prepared to listen and offer help.  A new suicide prevention program Read More

Suicide is a serious public health problem among all age groups. Among youth, it exacts an enormous toll due to the significant years of potential life lost. In 2020, suicide was the second leading cause of death among youths ages 10 – 24 years of age.  Youth suicidal thoughts, attempts and deaths have been on Read More

The Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program (VVFS) is operated by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and provides Outreach, Connection and Support to veterans and their families as they address the challenges of military service, transition, deployments, Post Traumatic Stress and other behavioral health concerns as well as Traumatic Brain Injuries and other physical Read More

Communities, both in the sense of place and social groupings, are a fundamental resource for health and wellbeing. Connection, rather than isolation, can be a key ingredient for a happy, healthy life. Good social connections and supportive relationships with friends and family are known to be vital, according to researchers. On the flip side, feeling isolated, Read More