Suicide remains a critical health issue in The United States. The number of incidents is on the rise. Statistics from the CDC say we saw a 30% increase between 1999 and 2016. What is being done to prevent the number from going higher? September is Suicide Prevention Month. We address the issues behind this difficult issue.
Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273 (TALK) 8255
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T-Kea Blackman
Dr. Kevin Williams, Psychiatrist (not pictured)
Dr. Bridgett Neamo, Psychologist, Howard University Counseling Services
T-Kea Blackman, Mental Health Advocate, Author
