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A Look Back at International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, 2021
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, or sometimes known as “Survivor Day,” is a day that has become synonymous with hope, healing and connection for survivors of suicide loss around the world.
By Brandon English, AFSP Director of Loss and Healing Programs
Dr. Christine Yu Moutier Receives the ACNP Media Award
The American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) has named Christine Yu Moutier, M.D. the recipient of the 2021 Media Award.
By AFSP
Supporting the Future 988 Crisis Line Through a Week of Action
On November 16, community leaders and advocates across the country came together for REIMAGINE: A Week of Action to Reimagine Our National Response to People in Crisis, a three-day event to learn more about 988 and actions people can take to help to build a comprehensive crisis response system in their state.
By Taylor Kleffel, AFSP Manager of State Policy
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Guaranteed Rate Raises More than $5 Million in 5 Days to Support Mental Health
Guaranteed Rate, a leader in retail mortgage lending and digital financial services, raised more than $5 million in just 5 days to make a direct impact on mental health in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Project Healthy Minds and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP).
By AFSP
Raising the Bar for Suicide Prevention: Reflecting on the 2021 International Summit for Suicide Prevention Research
This year’s International Summit for Suicide Research highlighted the importance of research, supporting a researcher community, and sharing ideas and findings to help the field grow so we may save more lives in the future.
By Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman, AFSP Vice President of Research
From Thanksgiving to New Year’s: Protecting Your Mental Health During the Holidays
Concerned about the impact of the holiday season on your mental health? You are not alone.
By Doreen Marshall, Ph.D., AFSP Vice President of Mission Engagement
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