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Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among young people ages 10-24 in Mississippi; it can be prevented.
Prevention Works: Many people who feel suicidal do not want to die. There are programs and practices that have been specifically developed to support those who are in a student crisis. Listed below are several resources for parents, caregivers, coaches, or any person working with youth to access to learn more about suicide awareness and prevention.
Mississippi Facts
Resources:
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Students Against Violence Suicide Prevention
The Students Against Violence (SAV) app provides helpful information on bullying, teen dating violence, domestic violence, school violence, self-harm/suicide, depression/anxiety, youth drug abuse, electronic cigarettes and underage drinking.
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Shatter the Silence
Shatter the Silence is a campaign of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health to encourage young people to talk through their feelings with friends and trusted adults, and to also encourage those friends to show their concern and support.
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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JASON Foundation
The Jason Foundation is dedicated to the prevention of youth suicide through educational and awareness programs. Tools and resources are provided to assist and identify at-risk youth.
Suicide Hotlines
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Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK or text "TALK" to 741741MS Suicide Hotline
601-713-4357Region 8 Crisis Line
1-877-657-4098Department of Mental Health Helpline
1-877-210-8513Partnership for Drug Free Kids
1-855-378-4373 (1-855-DRUGFREE)
