If you’re worried a young person may be considering suicide, start a conversation by mentioning your concerns and using direct, open-ended questions: “I noticed you’re getting more frustrated about your schoolwork lately. How are you doing?” buff.ly/36SQCu2

A positive family connection and school environment are just two factors of many that reduce risk of suicide for youth. buff.ly/36SQCu2

If you know someone who indicates they feel worthless, or like they’re a burden to others, connect them to help. buff.ly/2uUkkMb

'My brain flicked through all the things I’d said to him, and it went from upset, shock, thinking about him and his family, to then thinking – how did this happen? Was it my fault?,' says Mental Health nurse Adam Edwards who lost a patient to suicide. nursingtimes.net/news/mental-he…

When talking to a youth about suicide, make them feel comfortable; it helps to let them know feelings of suicide are nothing to be ashamed of. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

You can help prevent suicide in a young person you know by guiding them in identifying their strengths and demonstrating attitudes and messages of optimism, strength, and overcoming difficulties. buff.ly/36SQCu2

If you know someone who seems hopeless, they may be thinking about suicide. buff.ly/2uUkkMb

Not sure how to ask someone in your life if they're thinking about suicide? Call 9-8-8. We can help you, so you can help them.
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Vous ne savez pas comment demander à quelqu'un s'il pense au suicide? Appelez le 9-8-8. Nous pouvons vous aider, afin que vous puissiez les aider.

One teacher who has dealt with challenging student behaviour said, “I’ve been in a very dark place in these last few months, to the point where I have repeatedly thought of suicide. I have also thought about leaving a career of 20 years.” theguardian.com/education/2024…

If a young person has experienced a suicide attempt, this is a sign that they need you and your support more than ever – reach out to them and connect them to help. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

Withdrawing from activities they normally like, such as hanging out with friends or going to school, is a warning sign that a young person (or anyone!) could be struggling and may be thinking about suicide. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

On March 22, Harmony Health and Fitness hosted a charity class in support of Centre for Suicide Prevention. This event raised $1400! Thanks to the Harmony team as well as everyone who donated and attended this class. buff.ly/3vJsGX3

Caring for a loved one with mental health concerns can be isolating, but you're not alone. Caregiver Connections connects you with others who understand and share similar experiences.

Find support at alberta.cmha.ca/caregiverconne…

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Be alert to any significant mood changes in young people, even if their mood swings drastically from sad to happy. These changes could be a warning sign that they’re struggling. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

“Connection is fundamental.... Suppose you start disconnecting from sources of support and nurturance, (...family, partners, children). In that case, you start on a path where you’re less integrated into the parts of the community that feed your soul...' theatlantavoice.com/black-men-suic…

Thank you Sun Life Canada CEO Jacques Goulet for your leadership in overcoming the barriers of the 24-month suicide exclusion clause in life insurance policies. And thank you for inviting us to sit at the head table at today’s lunch co-hosted by Calgary Chamber!

How do I know if my friend is thinking about suicide? buff.ly/2uUkkMb

If you think a young person in your life is thinking about suicide and you feel like you can’t ask them, seek help from an outside source – a teacher, a counsellor – or call a crisis line for advice on how to proceed. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

A young person who is thinking of suicide may need help identifying their feelings. In moments of crisis it can be hard for anyone to express themselves. buff.ly/2EkEnT6

Register for #RunforLife2024 ! Participate by doing any physical activity, anywhere, anytime from Sept. 21-28, or join the in-person event in #yyc . Make a team to remember someone you’ve lost and raise awareness for suicide prevention 🧡 buff.ly/49xmOyB