Stories about AFSP Oregon
As a Suicide Attempt Survivor, I Know There is Hope Out There
In 2018, Vuong Tran was living in one of the most beautiful cities in America — San Diego — but experiencing what felt like an impossibly dark season of depression. After surviving a suicide attempt and spending five days in a psychiatric hospital, Vuong found hope in community and in therapy.
By Sharing My "Ugly Truths," I helped Pass Lifesaving Legislation
Angela Perry has been instrumental in Oregon’s advocacy efforts for the past several years, helping to lead successful efforts on bills related to support for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, as well as for suicide prevention training for mental health professionals.
Suicide Prevention Advocates to Host First State Capitol Day Event in Salem
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and it is the eighth leading cause of death in Oregon.