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Research Connection Roundup

Research Roundup December 2024: Recently Published Findings From AFSP-Funded Studies

The Research Roundup is a regular update of recently published findings in suicide prevention research.

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Giving Yourself the Gift of Self-care for the Holidays

While you are making your holiday gift lists this year, here are a few tips on how you can give yourself the gift of self-care this holiday season.

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Promoting Safe Reporting on Suicide at the SXSW Conference: Five Recommendations for Responsible Journalism

Journalists wield significant influence and research strongly suggests that when journalists adhere to ethical reporting, like centering stories of hope and promoting mental health resources, more people are likely to seek help.

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Awarded 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

Charity Navigator awarded AFSP its highest honor: a Four-Star rating. It recognizes AFSP’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency.

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Looking to the Sky: Processing My Father's Suicide, in My Own Time

Father’s Day has always been my least favorite holiday. I’m pretty good at burying the feelings of being left behind by my dad on the other 364 days of the year, but on this day, it’s unavoidable. This past Father's Day, though, I reached an important new milestone: I was finally able to start processing his death.

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Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources for Indigenous Peoples

November is Native American Heritage Month. In recognition of this important month, we encourage you to use and share the following list of national mental health and suicide prevention resources focused on supporting Indigenous Peoples.

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