In honor of 2010 World Suicide Prevention Day
I’ve compiled some suicide prevention and awareness videos in honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, 2010. Feel free to post your stories, videos, and links as well.
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World Suicide Prevention Day
“Passing Reflections” helps raise awareness on World Suicide Prevention Day for those who are dealing with traumatic loss
On September 10, 2010, the world recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day. The International Association for Suicide Prevention and the World Health Organization (WHO) use this day to focus public attention on the unacceptable burden and costs of suicidal behaviors. It is estimated that about one million people die by suicide every year. This is a huge global burden and one that can often be prevented.
World Suicide Prevention Day: NAMI Blog discusses Kurt Vonnegut, despair and saving lives
In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on Friday, September 10, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) urges public education about mental illness and suicide. According to The World Health Organization, nearly one million people around the world die from suicide each year.
