Stories about AFSP Western Pennsylvania

Honoring My Mother by Working Toward a World Without Suicide
My mother Helen is the reason why I fight to raise awareness of mental health and suicide prevention. Helen was an amazing mentor and confidant to me. I felt I could tell her anything.

Suicide Prevention Advocates Gather in Harrisburg
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and the 11th leading cause of death in Pennsylvania.

Advocates Urge Pennsylvania Lawmakers to Be The Voice for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and it is the eleventh leading cause of death in Pennsylvania.