Suicide - Let’s keep the conversation going….
September was Suicide Prevention Month, providing an important opportunity to raise awareness, challenge stigma and encourage open conversations about suicide. But as we enter October, there is a real need to keep these conversations going. For those experiencing suicidal thoughts or distress, their experiences are not confined to a particular day, week or month. Suicide prevention therefore needs to extend beyond awareness campaigns. It involves creating environments in whic
Suicide Prevention Month: Break the myths to break the silence
September is suicide prevention month. Suicide is complex, and sadly many misconceptions still surround it. One of the most harmful myths...
Suicide and the North-South Divide
Recent statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have highlighted the rising suicide rates across England and Wales. The...