Helpful Articles
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44 Veterans a Day: The Weight of Words and the Battle Beyond Service
44 Veterans a Day: The Weight of Words and the Battle Beyond Service A 2022 study revealed a harrowing truth: when overlooked causes like overdose deaths linked to suicidal behavior are included,...Read more -
Calming the Nervous System with Compression: A Practical Guide for Veterans, First Responders & Adults
When your body is constantly on alert—after years of service, shift work, trauma, or simply too little sleep—your nervous system can get “stuck” in high gear. Veterans, first responders, and adults...Read more -
How to Support a Friend Who’s Struggling (Even If You’re Scared)
When someone you care about is struggling with their mental health, it can feel overwhelming. You may worry about saying the wrong thing or not knowing how to help. The truth is—showing up matters...Read more -
10 Everyday Ways to Be a Lifeline (and Why It Matters for You, Too)
Suicide prevention isn’t a one-off effort—it’s about consistently showing up, speaking up, and sharing hope. These micro-actions not only help others—they also boost your own well-being in...Read more -
Coping Mechanisms vs. Vices: When Relief Becomes Unhealthy
We all deal with stress, pain, and overwhelming emotions. It’s part of being human. The question is not if we cope, but how we cope. Some outlets help us heal, while others slowly destroy us. And...Read more -
Newton’s Law of Motion and Mental Health: Why Movement Matters
Sir Isaac Newton is remembered for his brilliance in physics, and one of his most famous principles is deceptively simple:“A body at rest stays at rest, and a body in motion stays in motion.”It’s a...Read more -
The Power of Words and Mental Health
The Power of Words and Mental HealthHow a Simple Phrase Can Save a LifeWords carry weight—far more than we often realize. They shape how we see the world, how we define ourselves, and how we...Read more -
The Mental Health Toll of a Changing Job Market
The Mental Health Toll of a Changing Job MarketBy Renee Kasuboski Since 2010, I’ve been laid off three times due to company “restructures.” Two of those roles, I dedicated six years of my life to....Read more -
The Power of Giving Locally - Inspiring Hope and Unity
The Power of Giving LocallyInspiring Hope and Unity with the Center for Suicide Awareness When you give locally, you’re not just making a donation—you’re creating change right where it’s needed...Read more -
Supporting Survivors: Why Stability, Safety, and Human Connection Save Lives
Sharing a Person’s Journey Can Offer Hope to Others Supporting Survivors: Why Stability, Safety, and Human Connection Save LivesWhen a young person ages out of an abusive household or unstable home...Read more -
They Show Up for Us—Let’s Show Up for Them: The Critical Need for Mental Health Support for First Responders
They Show Up for Us—Let’s Show Up for Them: The Critical Need for Mental Health Support for First RespondersWhen disaster strikes—whether it’s a wildfire, hurricane, building collapse, or mass...Read more -
Unemployment and Mental Health: Surviving the Storm Until the Upswing
From The Center for Suicide AwarenessLosing a job doesn’t just impact your bank account — it can shake your identity, strain your relationships, and disrupt your mental and physical health in ways...Read more