SUICIDE PREVENTION
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for those ages 10 to 24 years old in the United States. While most people who contemplate suicide do not truly want to die, underlying factors like mental illness, trauma, and substance abuse can make it hard to think clearly, consider options, or remember reasons for living.
All suicidal thought, threats, and behaviors should be taken seriously. However, it can be difficult to recognize the warnings signs as those in crisis will often try to hide their intentions out of fear of worrying their friends and family. Here you can find resources to help prevent suicide and get help to address the potential causes.
List of Services
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NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINEVIEW RESOURCE
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24-7 to help. Anyone can talk on the phone or text with a real person, anonymously or not, for as long as they need it. They also have some great resources on how to spot if someone is thinking about suicide, how to prevent it, and steps to improve mental health.
Call or text 988 to access the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.
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SAFETALKVIEW RESOURCE List Item 1
SafeTALK is a half day alertness training that prepares anyone 15 or older, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive.
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COMMON GROUNDVIEW RESOURCE List Item 3
Common Ground is a 24-hour crisis services agency dedicated to helping youths, adults, and families in crisis. Through their crisis line and in person, they provide professional and compassionate service to more than 80,000 people each year.
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OK2SAYVIEW RESOURCE List Item 4
Ok2Say is not only a way to report threats of school violence, but can also be used to get yourself or someone you know help for suicidal ideation.
Reports may be submitted anonymously anytime in the following ways:
OK2Say app
Text: 65279
Call: 855-565-2729
Email: OK2SAY@mi.gov
If someone is in IMMEDIATE DANGER, please call 911.
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RISK FACTORS AND WARNING SIGNS OF SUICIDAL IDEATIONVIEW RESOURCE
The Oakland County Health Division offers a great resource about what can put someone at risk of suicidal ideation, how to spot the warning signs, how to prevent it, and next steps to seeking help to address their state of mental health.
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