News & Highlights
This section presents news and highlights from SPRC and the suicide prevention field. Use the filters on the left to find the following items:
- Weekly Spark, SPRC’s online newsletter, containing brief news articles, research summaries, announcements, and funding opportunities. Subscribe to the Weekly Spark.
- Director’s Corner, a monthly column by SPRC leadership and guest authors.
- From the Field, innovative activities being implemented in states, communities, healthcare organizations, and other settings.
- Prevention in Practice stories highlight innovation in suicide prevention.
- Surveillance Success Stories focus on using data to inform suicide prevention efforts.
- State Infrastructure Success Stories highlight real-life examples of states that have built infrastructure essential for advancing suicide prevention.
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NEW WEBINAR RECORDINGS: Equity in Suicide Prevention
November 22, 2024
We’re pleased to release free recordings of our recent webinar series on equity in suicide prevention. These webinars include guidance...
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Check Out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
November 22, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? Since the BPR launched, we’ve added dozens of new programs...
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Emergency Department Best Practices
November 22, 2024
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention at EDC (Action Alliance) has released Emergency Department Best Practices: Care Transitions for Individuals with Suicide...
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NSDUH Data on LGB+ Youth
November 22, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released results from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use...
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Annual Report on Suicide in the Military
November 22, 2024
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has released its annual report on suicide in the military. The report found that...
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988 Crisis Systems Response: Budgeting for Equity
November 22, 2024
The 988 Crisis Systems Response Training & Technical Assistance Center (CSR-TTAC) is hosting a webinar to help crisis response entities...
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NEW WEBINAR RECORDING: Suicide Prevention and Health Care Accreditation
November 15, 2024
We’re pleased to share a new webinar recording that features a panel discussion with the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation...
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Join Us at the IASP Pan-American Conference!
November 15, 2024
We can’t wait for next week’s IASP Pan-American Conference! If you’re planning to attend, stop by the SPRC booth, check...
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Webinar: LGBTQ+ Youth Data
November 15, 2024
Children’s Safety Network (CSN) is hosting a webinar to discuss how to access and use LGBTQ+ youth data to prevent...
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
November 15, 2024
November 23 is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, an annual observance to help foster healing, connection, and support among...
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Check Out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
November 15, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? Since the BPR launched, we’ve added dozens of new programs...
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Recommendations for Local Suicide Prevention Infrastructure
November 08, 2024
SPRC is excited to release our Recommendations for Local Suicide Prevention Infrastructure. These recommendations can help local groups—such as municipalities, counties,...
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Resources for Coping With Stress and Anxiety
November 08, 2024
The following resources may be helpful for coping with stress and anxiety: 988 Lifeline supports for you or someone else....
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SPRC Executive Director Featured on Lifelines Podcast
November 08, 2024
Lifelines: The 988 Podcast has released a new episode featuring SPRC Executive Director Shelby Rowe! In this engaging discussion, Shelby...
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IASP Pan-American Conference and Lived Experience Collective Convening
November 08, 2024
The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) is hosting the IASP Pan-American Conference to foster regional solidarity in advancing suicide...
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Check Out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
November 08, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? Since the BPR launched, we’ve added dozens of new programs...
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Suicide Prevention Among Correctional Officers: An Issue Brief for Clinicians
November 01, 2024
We’re pleased to share a new issue brief designed to help clinicians prevent suicide among correctional officers. Drawing on input...
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Request for Proposals: Expanding Community-Based Suicide Prevention
November 01, 2024
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
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National Native American Heritage Month
November 01, 2024
November is National Native American Heritage Month—a time to honor the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures and traditions and to...
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Check Out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
November 01, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? Since the BPR launched, we’ve added dozens of new programs...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
October 25, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of new...
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FCC Adopts Georouting for Wireless Calls to 988
October 25, 2024
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted rules that require all wireless phone companies to implement georouting for calls to...
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Webinar: Peer Support in Emergency Medicine
October 25, 2024
The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) is holding a webinar on peer support in emergency medicine. It will take...
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Zero Suicide Care Pathway Guide
October 25, 2024
Zero Suicide Institute (ZSI) has released the Zero Suicide Care Pathway Guide to help health care organizations develop care pathways...
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Webinar: Liability When Adopting AI Technology
October 18, 2024
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing (National Council) is hosting a webinar on liability and risk considerations when adopting artificial...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Get Ready to Apply!
October 18, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of new...
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Webinar With SPRC Executive Director Shelby Rowe
October 18, 2024
Deloitte’s webinar featuring SPRC Executive Director Shelby Rowe has been rescheduled for October 22 at 3:15 p.m. ET. This webinar...
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Webinar: Caring for the Caregivers in Emergency Medicine
October 18, 2024
The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) is holding a webinar to share strategies for emergency medicine leaders to support...
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JUST RELEASED: New National Public Perception Data
October 11, 2024
A 2024 national public perception poll on mental health and suicide prevention builds on research from previous years and helps...
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Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance 2023 Reports
October 11, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a series of reports analyzing Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Apply Today!
October 11, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of new...
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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
October 11, 2024
The VA Center of Excellence for Suicide Prevention (COE-SP) is offering a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in veteran suicide prevention research....
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New Zero Suicide Resources
October 11, 2024
Zero Suicide Institute (ZSI) has released new Zero Suicide resources. They include Journey Stories with insights from a collaborative effort...
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Webinar Recording: Suicide Prevention Infrastructure and Behavioral Health Services
October 04, 2024
Our recent webinar on the intersection of suicide prevention infrastructure and community behavioral health services is now available online. Presented...
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New Technical Assistance Center to Serve People With Serious Mental Illness
October 04, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched a new technical assistance center to serve the needs...
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IASP Pan-American Conference and Lived Experience Collective Convening
October 04, 2024
The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) is hosting the IASP Pan-American Conference to foster regional solidarity in advancing suicide...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Apply Today!
October 04, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of new...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Apply Today!
September 27, 2024
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of new...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Health Care Initiatives Director
September 27, 2024
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking a director of the SPRC Health Care Initiatives Team, which is dedicated to enhancing...
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See You at CrisisCon24!
September 27, 2024
We’re excited to take part in CrisisCon24, this year’s National Crisis Continuum Conference hosted by Crisis Residential Association and the International Council...
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988 Georouting Allows for More Localized Response to Crisis Calls
September 27, 2024
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) has announced that it has begun routing calls from cell phones to...
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Strategies for Accessible and Effective Crisis Care
September 27, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a series of 10 technical assistance briefs that contain...
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Suicides Involving a Firearm by Age Group
September 27, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a QuickStats on the percentage of suicides and homicides involving...
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Connect, Invest, Uplift: Protect Black Youth From Suicide
September 20, 2024
We’re excited to release a new infographic with simple, data-driven steps that anyone can take to protect Black youth from...
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Dialogue Series Features SPRC Executive Director
September 20, 2024
Deloitte is hosting a dialogue series on the future of mental health and suicide prevention. The next webinar in the...
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SAMHSA Launches New Webpage
September 20, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched a new webpage on suicide and suicidal behavior. The...
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VA Awards Suicide Prevention Grants
September 20, 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced several new measures to prevent veteran suicide, including $52.5 million in...
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Veteran Suicide Prevention Evaluation Program Evaluation Toolkit
September 20, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the CDC Foundation have created a toolkit to help veteran serving...
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The Lancet Series: A Public Health Approach to Suicide Prevention
September 20, 2024
The Lancet Public Health has released a series of articles on a public health approach to suicide prevention. The series...
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Suicide Prevention Training and Resources for Schools
September 13, 2024
As a new school year begins, we’ve compiled a list of training and resources to help schools prevent suicide. Please...
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SAMHSA Awards Suicide Prevention Funding
September 13, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $68 million in funding for suicide prevention and mental...
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New CDC Report: Suicide Rates and County-Level Factors
September 13, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a report on suicide rates and selected county-level factors using...
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Webinar: State and Tribal Collaboration on Behavioral Health Care
September 13, 2024
The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) is hosting a webinar to share how states and Tribes are working...
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Webinar: Timely and Adaptive Strategies to Optimize Suicide Prevention Interventions
September 13, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a webinar on timely and adaptive strategies to optimize suicide prevention...
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Mental Health America Annual Conference
September 13, 2024
Mental Health America (MHA) is hosting their annual conference from September 19 through 21 in Washington, D.C. The theme of...
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Now Available: 2023 Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System Data
September 13, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) 2023 data...
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Join Us for 988 Day!
September 06, 2024
Join us this Sunday, September 8, for the first-ever 988 Day! This annual event is dedicated to raising awareness of...
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#BeThere Twitter/X Chat
September 06, 2024
Be there next week for the annual Suicide Prevention Month #BeThere Twitter/X Chat hosted by the National Action Alliance for...
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Tools for Promoting the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
September 06, 2024
Enhanced tools are now available for promoting the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (National Strategy). The tools include an...
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Webinar: Supporting Survivors of Suicide Loss
September 06, 2024
The Indian Health Service (IHS) Telebehavioral Health Center of Excellence (TBHCE) is holding a webinar on supporting survivors of suicide...
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Webinar: Suicide Prevention for Organizations Working with Children and Families
September 06, 2024
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is hosting a webinar to share suicide prevention strategies for organizations working with...
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Livestream Event: Suicide Prevention in Health Care Settings
September 06, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are hosting a livestream event...
Director's Corner
Helping Crisis Counselors Reduce Access to Lethal Means
August 30, 2024
Learn how SPRC’s new online course is helping crisis counselors reduce access to lethal means among individuals at risk of suicide.
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Webinar 3: Equity in Suicide Prevention: How Meaningful Relationships With Tribes Can Contribute to Innovative Solutions for Suicide Prevention
August 30, 2024
Join us for the final session of our three-part webinar series on understanding equity in suicide prevention. In this webinar,...
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Telehealth: Reducing Liability in Suicide Care
August 30, 2024
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) has launched the fourth in a series of videos related to...
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SAMHSA Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Toolkit
August 30, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released their Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Toolkit to help spread...
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Webinar 1: 988 Crisis Systems Response: Understanding Children, Youth & Family Services
August 30, 2024
The 988 Crisis Systems Response Training & Technical Assistance Center (CSR-TTAC) is hosting the first webinar in a series on...
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United Natives MMIWR Seminar
August 30, 2024
United Natives is hosting a seminar to address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and relatives (MMIWR). The...
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Take Our Free Online Course and Earn CEs or CMEs!
August 23, 2024
We’re pleased to announce our popular online course, Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention, is now offering continuing education credits...
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Guidance on Systematically Infusing Culture and Diversity in Suicide Prevention Efforts
August 23, 2024
Please join us for a webinar on systematically infusing culture and diversity in suicide prevention efforts. Studies show suicide disproportionately...
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Mark Your Calendars for 988 Day!
August 23, 2024
Mark your calendars for the first-ever 988 Day on September 8! This annual event is dedicated to raising awareness of...
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Webinar: Assessing Equity in Crisis Response Organizations and Systems
August 23, 2024
The 988 Crisis Systems Response Training & Technical Assistance Center (CSR-TTAC) is hosting a webinar on assessing equity in crisis...
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Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary and Trends, 2013–2023
August 23, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released the Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report:...
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SAMHSA Releases 2023 NSDUH Data
August 23, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published the results of the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use...
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Pain in the Nation 2024
August 23, 2024
Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) has released Pain in the Nation 2024: The Epidemics of Alcohol, Drug, and Suicide Deaths....
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SAMHSA Recovery Month Toolkit
August 23, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a toolkit for promoting Recovery Month. The annual September...
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Parents to Parents: After Your Child’s Suicide Attempt
August 23, 2024
Zero Suicide Institute (ZSI) and Parents-to-Parents (P2P) have created Parents to Parents: After Your Child's Suicide Attempt, a one-hour video...
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Webinar: Suicide-Focused Assessment and Treatment
August 16, 2024
The Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education (SCCME) has announced an upcoming webinar training for clinicians on suicide-focused assessment and treatment....
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Adolescents Who Do Not Report Risk on the PHQ-9
August 16, 2024
A new study looked at characteristics of adolescents with depression who did not report suicide risk on item 9 of...
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Communication and Support as Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth
August 09, 2024
Positive messaging and community support can help promote well-being among LGBTQIA2S+ youth, a new study found. The results suggest a...
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Understanding History in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities
August 09, 2024
The National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention (National Center) has released a series of training modules on understanding history,...
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Developing Partnerships in Rural Communities
August 09, 2024
Education Development Center (EDC) and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) recently published Developing Partnerships in Rural...
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Talking About Lethal Means: A Course for Crisis Counselors
August 02, 2024
We’re pleased to announce the release of our new online course, Talking About Lethal Means: A Course for Crisis Counselors....
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Focus Group Invitation: Provide Input on Suicide Prevention Coalitions
July 26, 2024
SPRC and NORC at the University of Chicago (NORC) are developing resources to support coalitions focused on preventing suicide in...
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New National Strategy for Suicide Prevention Reflects Today’s Challenges
July 26, 2024
The Pew Charitable Trusts A recent interview highlights what’s new about the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (National Strategy),...
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Suicide Prevention Month 2024: Ideas for Action
July 19, 2024
Looking for ways to observe Suicide Prevention Month? Our two-page annual resource offers tips to help anyone, anywhere get involved. In...
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Two-Year Anniversary of 988
July 19, 2024
July 16 marks two years since the country transitioned to a three-digit number for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline...
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World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference
July 19, 2024
The Seneca Nation of Indians (The Seneca Nation) will host the World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference (WISPC) from July 24–25...
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Workshop: Suicide Prevention in Rural Communities
July 19, 2024
The UR Medicine Recovery Center of Excellence and SafeSide Prevention are offering free suicide prevention workshops for service providers in rural communities. The...
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Webinar: Strengths-Based Approaches to Suicide Prevention in Black Communities
July 19, 2024
CAMS-care is hosting a free webinar on strengths-based approaches to preventing suicide among Black youth and emerging adults. The webinar...
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Webinar 2: Equity in Suicide Prevention: Addressing the Intersection of Mental Health, Suicide, and Social Location
July 12, 2024
Join us for part two of a three-part webinar series on understanding equity in suicide prevention. In this webinar, the...
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BIPOC Mental Health Month
July 12, 2024
July is dedicated to spreading awareness about the mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). BIPOC...
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NASMHPD Annual Meeting
July 12, 2024
The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) is hosting its annual meeting from July 21–23 in Washington,...
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Ordering 988 Print Materials
July 12, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched a new website for ordering print materials to promote...
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Surveillance for Violent Deaths—NVDRS, 2021
July 12, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on violent deaths using 2021 data from the...
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Funding Opportunities: Women’s Behavioral Health
July 12, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has announced notices of funding opportunities to support women’s behavioral health....
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Action Alliance New Strategic Priorities
June 28, 2024
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) has announced new strategic priorities that will direct its focus over...
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Assessment of Suicidality in Depression Research
June 28, 2024
A recent meta-analysis (i.e., statistical analysis of multiple studies) found that suicidal thoughts and behaviors are rarely reported in trials...
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Using Federal Funding to Support Mental Health Services for LGBTQI+ Youth
June 28, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has issued guidance to states and communities on using federal funding...
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Loneliness, Lack of Social and Emotional Support, and Mental Health Issues
June 28, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on loneliness, lack of social and emotional support,...
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Surgeon General’s Advisory on Firearms Violence
June 28, 2024
The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has issued an advisory on firearms violence. The advisory declares firearms violence to...
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BestPractices4Data: For Grantees, From Grantees
June 28, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published BestPractices4Data, a series of issue briefs and a webinar...
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2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention: Applications at the Local Level
June 28, 2024
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) is hosting a webinar on the newly released 2024 National Strategy for...
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Suicide Mortality Review Cooperative Agreements
June 28, 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has released a notice of funding opportunity for Suicide Mortality Review Cooperative Agreements....
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Funding Opportunities: Crisis Response Services for Suicide Prevention
June 28, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released notices for pilot research and research funding opportunities in crisis response...
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Mental Health on College Campuses: Challenges and Solutions
June 21, 2024
U.S. News and World Report A recent survey found many college students struggle with their mental health but do not...
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Funding Opportunity: Suicide Prevention in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
June 21, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released a notice of funding opportunity to support formative research and pilot...
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Report: Firearm Storage Behaviors
June 21, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a report on firearm storage behaviors using 2021–2022 data from...
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Changing the Course on Suicide: The Launch of a New National Strategy
June 14, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a blog post on the new 2024 National Strategy...
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Older Men Die by Suicide at Steep Rates. Here’s How the VA Is Trying to Change That
June 14, 2024
Los Angeles Times The Veterans Administration (VA) has taken a multi-pronged approach to addressing suicide among older men. Strategies include...
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Firearms, Mass Shootings, and Suicide Risk Among LGBTQ+ Young People
June 14, 2024
The Trevor Project (Trevor) and the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund (Everytown Support Fund) have published a research brief...
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Webinar 1: Equity in Suicide Prevention: Access and Impact
June 07, 2024
Join us for part one of a three-part webinar series on understanding equity in suicide prevention. In this webinar, the...
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Economic Cost of Suicide and Self-Harm
June 07, 2024
Suicide is complex, and its widespread impacts are important to examine from multiple angles. The following research focuses on just...
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Community Collaboration on Suicide and Overdose Prevention
May 31, 2024
In a recent survey, local mental hygiene directors and suicide and substance use prevention coalition members in New York State...
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Culture and Context in Youth Suicide Prevention
May 31, 2024
The Children’s Safety Network (CSN) has released a new podcast episode with SPRC Executive Director Shelby Rowe on culture and...
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Suicide Indicator Tool
May 31, 2024
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) has developed a Suicide Indicator Tool to assist health agencies in...
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PAHO/NIMH Symposium on Suicide Prevention
May 31, 2024
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) are co-hosting the Symposium on Suicide Prevention,...
Director's Corner
Leading With Lived Experience
May 24, 2024
What does it look like to lead with lived experience? Read this moving piece from Pata Suyemoto to find out.
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JUST RELEASED: 988 Formative Research on Trusted Messengers
May 24, 2024
New critical research and communications tools for 988 are now available. These novel resources are focused on engaging the trusted...
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National Strategy to Improve Maternal Mental Health Care
May 24, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Task Force on Maternal Mental Health has released the National Strategy...
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Webinar: Preview the Next Phase of 988 Formative Research
May 17, 2024
The Crisis Systems Response Training and Technical Assistance Center (CSR-TTAC) is hosting a webinar to preview the next phase of...
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Webinar: Intersection of Suicide Prevention Infrastructure and Behavioral Health Services
May 17, 2024
The MHTTC Network Coordinating Office is hosting a webinar to explore the intersection of suicide prevention infrastructure and community behavioral...
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2024 National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People
May 17, 2024
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released the 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People, which...
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Implementing the 2024 National Strategy
May 10, 2024
Want to prevent suicide but not sure where to start? We got you! As you may know, the 2024 National Strategy...
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2023 Tribal Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment
May 03, 2024
SPRC is excited to release our 2023 Tribal Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment. This technical report presents findings on the suicide prevention...
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Connect With Us at AAS24!
May 03, 2024
We’re excited to join our friends and colleagues at the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) annual conference next week. If...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Community Initiatives Manager
May 03, 2024
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking a manager to support operations for SPRC’s new Community Initiatives Team. Candidates should...
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Just Released: 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention
April 26, 2024
Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (National...
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Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention—Now Offering CMEs!
April 26, 2024
We’re pleased to announce that our popular online course, Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention, is now offering continuing education...
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Mental Health Month Toolkit
April 26, 2024
Mental Health America (MHA) has released the 2024 Mental Health Month Toolkit to help everyone get started on raising mental...
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Few Hospitals Follow Recommended Practices for Evidence-Based Suicide Care
April 19, 2024
The Pew Charitable Trusts According to a recent survey, hospitals can improve their suicide care by adopting more best practices...
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SAMHSA Mental Health Month Awareness Toolkit
April 19, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released their 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit. It includes...
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Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium
April 19, 2024
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is hosting the seventh annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium. This free...
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Words Matter Wednesdays
April 19, 2024
The National Family Support Technical Assistance Center (NFSTAC) is hosting a webinar series on advancing equity through language. The series will...
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Telehealth: Including Family or Other Support People
April 12, 2024
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) has launched the third in a series of videos related to...
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NIMH Director’s Message: Lived Experience Perspectives on Autism
April 12, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has published a director's message about NIMH’s role in federal autism coordination efforts...
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Webinar: Autism in Black Communities
April 12, 2024
The Central East Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Central East MHTTC) is hosting a webinar to discuss some unique considerations...
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Funding Opportunity: Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention Program
April 05, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for the Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention and...
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AI Is Turning Social Media Into the Next Frontier for Suicide Prevention
April 05, 2024
Time Magazine Artificial intelligence (AI) may be a promising tool for preventing suicide on social media. However, more research is...
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Gender Inclusion in Fatality Review
April 05, 2024
The National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention (National Center) is hosting a webinar on why and how to implement...
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National ERPO Resource Center
April 05, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (Justice Department) has launched the National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center. This center will...
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Injury and Violence Prevention Funding Resources
April 05, 2024
The Safe States Alliance (Safe States) has released a National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) state-specific funding brief...
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Black Trans, Nonbinary Youth Have Higher Suicide Risk Than Cisgender Queer Peers
March 29, 2024
Advocate A new research brief calls on all adults to help prevent suicide among Black LGBTQ+ youth by reducing their...
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Practice-Based Suicide Prevention Research Centers Meeting
March 29, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting an online meeting to overview the projects underway at the Practice-Based...
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Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care: States
March 29, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting grant applications for states to promote the integration of...
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Getting Further With Zero Suicide: Health Care Worker Wellness
March 29, 2024
Zero Suicide Institute (ZSI) is holding a webinar on ways to support the well-being of health care workers in suicide...
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Online Racial Discrimination and Suicidal Thoughts Among Black Adolescents
March 22, 2024
A recent study examined online racial discrimination, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, and suicidal thoughts among Black adolescents. The researchers found...
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Racial and Ethnic Differences in Social Determinants of Health
March 22, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a report on racial and ethnic differences in social determinants...
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WISQARS Updates
March 22, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s Web-Based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) now includes 2021 fatal and nonfatal injury data, provisional...
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Funding Opportunity: Lethal Means Safety in Health Care and Community Settings
March 22, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released a funding opportunity to evaluate lethal means safety strategies that reduce...
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“We Don't Want to Be First Place.” Wyoming Tries to Address High Gun Suicide Rates
March 15, 2024
NPR Wyoming is taking a comprehensive approach to addressing high suicide rates. Strategies include a locally staffed 988 crisis line,...
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APA Resolution on Secure Firearms Storage
March 15, 2024
The American Psychological Association (APA) has adopted a resolution on the secure storage of firearms and lethal means safety strategies...
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Funding Opportunity: Improving Health Outcomes in Rural Populations
March 15, 2024
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released a funding opportunity announcement for research to improve health outcomes and advance...
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CDC Releases Updated Guidance on Community Response to Suicide Clusters
March 08, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released updated guidance for communities on assessing, investigating, and responding to...
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Funding Opportunity: Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Program
March 08, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for the Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Program....
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Virtual Summit: Suicide Safer Care in Clinical Practice
March 08, 2024
The Wellness Institute (TWI) is hosting the fourth annual summit on suicide safer care in clinical practice. This virtual training is designed...
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Webinar: Zero Suicide and Serious Mental Illness
March 01, 2024
We’re pleased to share a new webinar recording that provides an overview of the Zero Suicide framework in the context...
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Reasons for Suicidal Thoughts in Black Young Adults
March 01, 2024
A recent study examined patterns in the reasons for suicidal thoughts among Black young adults. Researchers recruited participants from a...
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Discrimination Among Black LGBTQ+ Young People and Suicide Risk
March 01, 2024
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has published a research brief on discrimination among Black LGBTQ+ young people and suicide risk....
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Prevention Technology Transfer Center Cooperative Agreements
March 01, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for Prevention Technology Transfer Center cooperative agreements. Applications...
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Positive Communication Network Conference
March 01, 2024
The Positive Communication Network is hosting a free online conference to explore how to address loneliness and promote connection. It...
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Rising Latino Suicide Rates Worry Community Leaders
February 23, 2024
NBC News Advocates are calling for increased efforts to address suicide among Hispanic and Latino communities. In the past decade,...
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Informational Session: NCTSN Breakthrough Series Collaborative
February 23, 2024
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) is holding an informational session to discuss its breakthrough series collaborative on trauma-informed...
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Funding Opportunity: Bridge-to-Care Initiative
February 23, 2024
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released a funding opportunity announcement for the Bridge-to-Care Initiative. The purpose of the...
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LOSSteam Refreshed Website and Volunteer Retention
February 23, 2024
LOSSteam Postvention Consulting, LLC, is hosting a virtual event to present their refreshed website as well as discuss training and...
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Suicide Trends Among Black Women in the U.S.
February 16, 2024
A first-of-its-kind study examined trends in the epidemiology of suicide among Black girls and women by geographic region in the...
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Webinar: How Do We Develop Meaningful Measures for SOGI?
February 16, 2024
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is hosting a webinar that will explore how to ask questions about sexual orientation...
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Webinar: Community-Led Suicide Prevention
February 16, 2024
Education Development Center (EDC) is hosting a webinar for state and community prevention leaders to learn strategies for assessing and...
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Blog Post: Safe and Secure Firearms Storage Policies
February 16, 2024
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) has published a blog post on preventing firearms injury and death...
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Nearly 50,000 Veterans Used Free Emergency Suicide Prevention in First Year of Program, VA Says
February 09, 2024
CBS News Nearly 50,000 veterans accessed free crisis care in the first year of a new policy from the Department...
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L.E.T.S. Save Lives
February 09, 2024
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) has released L.E.T.S. Save Lives, a presentation created by and for Black people...
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Roadmap to Black Mental Health
February 09, 2024
The Mental Health Coalition has released the Roadmap to Black Mental Health, a comprehensive guide to understanding the specific mental...
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VA Suicide Prevention Grants
February 09, 2024
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the availability of funds for the Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant...
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Webinar: Behavioral Health Equity Best Practices for African Americans
February 02, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Office of Behavioral Health Equity (OBHE) is hosting a webinar on...
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Americans on Medicare now get better access to mental health care. Here's how
February 02, 2024
WBUR People with the federal health insurance Medicare now have more access to mental health treatment. As of January 1,...
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Social Support, Violence, and Suicidal Thoughts Among Transgender Women
February 02, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on how social support may moderate the association...
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Peer Support Guide for People in Recovery
February 02, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a guide to peer support for people in recovery...
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Telehealth: Screening for Suicide Risk – Practical Tips and Best Practices
January 26, 2024
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) has launched the second in a series of videos related to...
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CALIFORNIA: Suicide Prevention Net Beneath Golden Gate Bridge Completed, Say Officials
January 26, 2024
The Guardian Early this month, officials announced the completion of the Golden Gate Bridge suicide prevention net. This announcement comes...
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Getting Further With Zero Suicide: Care Pathways
January 26, 2024
Zero Suicide Institute (ZSI) is hosting a webinar that will explore suicide care pathways and their effectiveness at engaging individuals...
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Job Opening: Zero Suicide Research Scientist
January 26, 2024
Education Development Center (EDC) is seeking a research scientist to lead and direct a large, federally funded project focused on...
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Perceived Life Expectancy and Life Purpose in LGBTQ+ Young People
January 26, 2024
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a research brief on perceived life expectancy and life purpose in LGBTQ+ young people....
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Experience, Ethics, Equity
January 26, 2024
BMJ Mental Health has announced a new section called Experience, Ethics, Equity that seeks submissions of primary research, systematic reviews,...
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New CMS Model to Test Health Care Integration
January 26, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has launched a new model to test approaches for addressing the behavioral...
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“It Allows Doctors to Be Human Beings”: Mass. Hospitals Will Stop Asking Clinicians About Past Mental Health and Addiction
January 19, 2024
WBUR Medical licensing forms in Massachusetts will no longer include questions about mental health and substance use history. This marks...
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988 Lifeline Partner Toolkit Updates
January 19, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released new and updated materials to help spread the word...
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Reporting Lived Experience Work
January 19, 2024
The Lancet Psychiatry has announced that it will now require authors to report on whether and how people with lived...
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Problem Gambling and Suicide Prevention
January 19, 2024
The Massachusetts Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling Prevention (MCEOPGP) is hosting a webinar on the intersections of problem gambling...
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Advancing the Science on Peer Support and Suicide Prevention
January 19, 2024
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a two-day workshop on advancing the science on peer support and...
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Pilots Say They're Afraid to Seek Mental Health Care. The FAA Says It's Listening
January 12, 2024
NPR Federal regulators say they are taking steps to support pilots’ mental health. Last month, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)...
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Tribal Boarding School Toolkit for Healing
January 12, 2024
The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB) has released the Tribal Boarding School Toolkit for Healing. This toolkit provides...
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Report on Conversion Therapy Prevalence
January 12, 2024
The Trevor Project (Trevor) recently released It’s Still Happening: A Report on Practitioners of So-Called Conversion “Therapy” in the U.S....
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WRAP: A Personalized, Peer-Based Suicide Prevention Tool
January 12, 2024
United Suicide Survivors International (US) is hosting a webinar on Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP). Presenters will discuss how WRAP...
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Addressing Human Trafficking in Behavioral Health
January 12, 2024
The Southeast Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Southeast MHTTC) is hosting a webinar on understanding and addressing human trafficking in...
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SPRC Highlights in 2023
January 05, 2024
2023 Webinars 2021 Tribal Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment Best Practices Registry (BPR) Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+...
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A Look Back at Director’s Corners in 2023
January 05, 2024
Learning From Autistic Lived Experience Inclusion Is Key to Mental Health Meeting Rural Men Where They Are 988 Lifeline: Crisis...
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A Look Back at Research Summaries in 2023
January 05, 2024
Suicide Risk Screening in Pediatric Primary Care Suicide Risk Screening in Adult Primary Care Screen Time and Suicide Risk Among...
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A Look Back at News in 2023
January 05, 2024
Reading First-Hand Stories May Help Reduce Suicidal Thoughts I Don’t Wanna Be: Suicide Rates Are Rising among Young Black Men...
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Happy Holidays from SPRC!
December 22, 2023
Happy Holidays! Thank you for being a part of our community. We wish you peace this holiday season and look...
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Warning Signs Resources
December 15, 2023
Do you know the warning signs of suicide? We’ve developed resources to help everyone recognize the signs that someone may...
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Come Work With Us!
December 15, 2023
SPRC is hiring! Check out our new job openings and share them through your channels: Marketing Specialist Tribal Initiatives Program...
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Pilot of a Veteran Suicide Prevention Learning Collaborative
December 15, 2023
This article evaluates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) VA/COmmunity Suicide Prevention LeArning CollaboraTive (CO-ACT) pilot project. VA created CO-ACT...
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Suicide Rates by Industry and Occupation
December 15, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on suicide rates by industry and occupation in...
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Updated 988 Lifeline FAQs
December 15, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has updated the frequently asked questions in the 988 Partner Toolkit....
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Youth Suicide: Current Trends and the Path to Prevention
December 15, 2023
The Jed Foundation (JED) has released Youth Suicide: Current Trends and the Path to Prevention. The report explores the latest...
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Support During the Holidays
December 15, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed communication materials for promoting mental health and substance use...
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SAMHSA Data Strategy
December 15, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released its 2023–2026 data strategy. The strategy outlines SAMHSA’s commitment...
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Beyond Numbers: Navigating Data for Suicide Prevention
December 08, 2023
We’re excited to share our new online course, Beyond Numbers: Navigating Data for Suicide Prevention. This free, self-paced course can...
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Alcohol Use Disorder and Suicidal Thoughts: Racial and Ethnic Differences
December 08, 2023
A new study examined racial and ethnic differences in the likelihood a patient with alcohol use disorder (AUD) would be...
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New 988 Lifeline Videos and Print Materials
December 08, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has added new videos to the 988 Partner Toolkit on warning...
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Provisional Suicide Data, 2022
December 08, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released provisional estimates of suicide by...
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Firearm Suicide by Race and Ethnicity, 2019–2022
December 08, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on firearm suicide by race and ethnicity from...
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Behavioral Health Toolkit for Israel-Hamas Conflict
December 08, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a toolkit of behavioral health resources related to the...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Apply Today!
December 01, 2023
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of programs...
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988 Formative Research Webinar
December 01, 2023
The Ad Council Research Institute (ACRI) and National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) are hosting a webinar on...
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Suicide Among Adults Ages 55 and Older
December 01, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a data brief on suicide...
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2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
December 01, 2023
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has published the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report....
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Military Communication Guide for Preventing Firearm Suicide
December 01, 2023
The Defense Suicide Prevention Office (DSPO) has developed a communication guide to preventing firearm suicide for military leaders and support...
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Sesame Street for Military Families: Grief Resources
December 01, 2023
Sesame Street for Military Families has released new resources to help families navigate the grief of losing a loved one...
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Native Connections: 2024 Grant Opportunities
December 01, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has updated its funding opportunity to prevent suicide and promote mental health among...
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Native and Strong Lifeline: The Nation’s First 988 Crisis Line for Indigenous People
November 17, 2023
We’re honored to announce the release of Native and Strong Lifeline: The Nation’s First 988 Crisis Line for Indigenous People....
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Universal Suicide Risk Screening in Teens
November 17, 2023
This article responds to a recent recommendation statement from the United States Preventive Services Task Force (UPSTF) on universal suicide...
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SAMHSA Releases 2022 NSDUH Findings
November 17, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released results from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and...
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
November 17, 2023
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is holding its annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day tomorrow, Saturday, November...
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Addressing the Intersection of Suicide, Overdose, and Adverse Childhood Experiences
November 17, 2023
Education Development Center (EDC) and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) have released guidance for local health departments...
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Measuring Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Support
November 17, 2023
The American Evaluation Association (AEA) has published an AEA365 blog post on measuring suicide prevention infrastructure support using an example...
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Emergency Department Intervention to Reduce Adult Suicide Risk
November 17, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released a research highlight on an emergency department intervention for reducing adult...
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Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention
November 10, 2023
We’re pleased to announce the release of our new online course, Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention. This free, self-paced...
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988 Formative Research Project
November 10, 2023
New research on messaging about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) is now available. This mixed-methods formative research...
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New CDC Campaign Asks Health Care Leaders to Take Responsibility for Reducing Burnout
November 10, 2023
STAT A new campaign offers health care leaders data-driven strategies to address health worker burnout. Unlike many workplace programs that...
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Recognizing the Role of Peers in Recovery for Veterans
November 10, 2023
In honor of Veterans Day, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a blog post on...
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Tips for Autistic Trans People Seeking Health Care
November 10, 2023
The Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) recently shared tips for autistic trans people about finding and going to doctors....
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Understanding and Preventing Young Adults’ Mental Health Challenges
November 10, 2023
The Harvard Graduate School of Education's Making Caring Common project has released On Edge: Understanding and Preventing Young Adults' Mental Health Challenges....
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2023 State and Territorial Needs Assessment: Overview and Tools
November 03, 2023
SPRC is excited to release our 2023 State and Territorial Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment Overview. This resource summarizes findings from the third...
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National Native American Heritage Month
November 03, 2023
November is National Native American Heritage Month—a time to honor the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures and traditions and to...
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CrisisCon23
November 03, 2023
SPRC is honored to participate in A National Crisis Continuum Conference (CrisisCon23) November 13 to 16 in Charlotte, North Carolina....
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New 988 Lifeline Awareness Videos
November 03, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has added two new videos to the 988 Partner Toolkit—The 988...
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988 Tribal Mental Health Lifeline Summit
November 03, 2023
The Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Professional Counselor Association (ODAPCA) is hosting the 988 Tribal Mental Health Lifeline Summit on November...
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Check out the Latest BPR Listings and Apply Today!
October 27, 2023
Have you checked out SPRC’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) lately? In the past several months, we’ve added dozens of programs...
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The Importance of Screening for Suicide Risk in Telehealth
October 27, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) has launched the first in a series of videos related to...
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Mental Health of Latinx LGBTQ Young People
October 27, 2023
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a report on the mental health and well-being of Latinx LGBTQ young people. It...
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Health Professionals’ Working Conditions and Mental Health
October 27, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on health worker-perceived working conditions and symptoms of...
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Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth: Full Series of Guides
October 20, 2023
We are proud to release our full series of guides to help professionals, families, and communities support the mental well-being...
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LGBTQ Teens Often Struggle to Find Mental Health Care Tailored to Them
October 20, 2023
NBC News There is a critical shortage of mental health care tailored for LGBTQ youth. According to a recent study,...
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Mental Health Client-Level Data
October 20, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released data on clients receiving mental health treatment services through...
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Zero Suicide Institute Global Forum
October 20, 2023
Education Development Center (EDC) will host the Zero Suicide Institute Global Forum on November 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 7...
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Collaborating with Tribal Communities: Jurisdictional Considerations
October 13, 2023
Join us for part five of a six-part webinar series to help crisis centers build collaborative, sustainable relationships with tribal...
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Championing LGBTQIA2S+ Youth Mental Health
October 13, 2023
In honor of this week’s World Mental Health Day and National Coming Out Day, we encourage you to share our...
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Intimate Partner Violence and Suicidality
October 13, 2023
A recent study in England found an association between intimate partner violence (IPV) and suicidality and self-harm. Researchers used data...
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Suicide Research Symposium Call for Proposals
October 13, 2023
The third annual Suicide Research Symposium (SRS) has issued a call for proposals with a submission deadline of November 5....
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Suicide Prevention Video Series
October 06, 2023
The National Football League (NFL), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988...
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Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth: Resource Guide for Professionals, Families, and Communities
October 06, 2023
Check out our new resource guide to help professionals, families, and communities support the mental well-being of LGBTQIA2S+ youth. Developed...
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Lethal Means Safety
October 06, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a blog post on lethal means safety for suicide...
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Taking Community Suicide Prevention to the Next Level
October 06, 2023
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has published a blog post on community-based suicide prevention. The post highlights a...
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Preventing Bullying and Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
October 06, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and The Trevor Project (Trevor) are hosting a Facebook Live event on...
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October is Prevention Month
October 06, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is observing Youth Substance Use Prevention and Substance Misuse Prevention Month...
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Living Beyond Suicide Summit
October 06, 2023
United Suicide Survivors International (US) is hosting the Living Beyond Suicide Summit to discuss suicide and community in the context...
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2023 State and Territorial Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment
September 29, 2023
SPRC is excited to release our 2023 State and Territorial Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment (SNA). This technical report presents complete findings...
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SAMHSA Awards Funding for Suicide Prevention
September 29, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $232.2 million in grants for suicide prevention and behavioral...
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As Suicide Rates Rise, Bereavement Camps Bring Healing to Kids Left Behind
September 29, 2023
TIME Bereavement camps are helping kids heal from suicide loss. A network of camps across the U.S. offers supportive spaces...
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Seasonal Trends in Mental Health Emergency Department Visits Among Youth
September 29, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on seasonal trends in emergency department visits for...
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Acceptance from Adults Lowers Suicide Risk Among LGBTQ Youth
September 29, 2023
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a research brief that found acceptance from adults is associated with lower rates of...
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SAMHSA Awards Funding for Community Behavioral Health Clinics
September 29, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $127.7 million to expand Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics...
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SAMHSA Awards Funding to Support Youth and Families at Risk
September 29, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $131.7 million to help connect youth and families to...
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Hope: A Guide for Faith Leaders to Help Prevent Youth Suicide
September 29, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance), SPRC, and the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (Partnership...
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Hope: A Guide for Faith Leaders to Help Prevent Youth Suicide
September 22, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance), SPRC, and the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (Partnership...
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Age-Adjusted Suicide Rated by Method, 2001–2021
September 22, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a QuickStats on age-adjusted suicide rates by method using 2001–2021...
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Mental Health Respite Facilities Are Filling Care Gaps in Over a Dozen States
September 22, 2023
CBS News Mental health respite facilities may help meet the needs of people who are struggling but do not need...
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Veteran Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project Grants
September 22, 2023
The CDC Foundation has extended the deadline for Veteran Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project grant proposals to September 29 at 12...
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Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth: Resource Guide for Professionals, Families, and Communities
September 15, 2023
We are pleased to release a new guide to help professionals, families, and communities support the mental well-being of Lesbian,...
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Pain in the Nation 2023: The Epidemics of Alcohol, Drug, and Suicide Deaths
September 15, 2023
Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) is hosting a webinar to discuss findings from their most recent annual Pain in the...
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988 Lifeline Launches Videophone for ASL Users
September 15, 2023
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) has launched a new videophone option for American Sign Language (ASL) users....
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The Toll of Police Violence on Black People’s Mental Health
September 15, 2023
The New York Times According to research, when a Black person is hurt or killed by the police in the...
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Drug-Related Emergency Department Visits Involving Suicide Attempts
September 15, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) short report on...
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Now Available: 2022 Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System Data
September 15, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) 2022 data...
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NIMH Funding: Systems-Level Risk Detection in Youth from Underserved Populations
September 15, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has re-issued funding opportunity announcements for companion planning and research project grants to study systems-level risk detection...
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Suicide Prevention and the Aging Population
September 15, 2023
The Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Central East ATTC) is hosting a webinar on suicide prevention and the aging...
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Suicide Prevention Resources for Schools
September 08, 2023
As students and teachers head back to school, help put suicide prevention on the agenda for the new academic year by...
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New Laws Aim to Combat the Youth Mental Health Crisis. Here’s What They Do
September 08, 2023
Education Week A new report outlines recommendations and progress on state support for student mental health. Released by Inseparable’s Hopeful...
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2023 Back to School Toolkit
September 08, 2023
Mental Health America (MHA) has released the 2023 Back to School Toolkit to help students, caregivers, and school staff protect...
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NAMI Shares: Back to School Resources
September 08, 2023
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has shared new back to school resources to build student resilience for parents,...
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Get Involved in Suicide Prevention Month
September 01, 2023
Suicide Prevention Month is finally here! Throughout September, join us in highlighting the ways that anyone, anywhere can get involved...
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#BeThere: Words from the Action Alliance Executive Committee
September 01, 2023
In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention Executive Committee (Action Alliance EXCOM) is sharing...
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ChatGPT’s Responses to Suicide, Addiction, Sexual Assault Crises Raise Questions in New Study
September 01, 2023
CNN Artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT may not be reliable sources of help for people in crisis, according to...
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Still Ringing the Alarm: An Enduring Call to Action for Black Youth Suicide Prevention
September 01, 2023
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Gun Violence Solutions has released Still Ringing the Alarm: An...
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UTAH: No One Knows How Many LGBTQ Americans Die by Suicide
September 01, 2023
The New York Times Most death investigations in the U.S. do not collect data on sexual orientation or gender identity,...
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SAMHSA Awards Funding for Mental Health Services
September 01, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded more than $64 million in funding to expand mental...
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New 988 Partner Toolkit Materials
September 01, 2023
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) has added new marketing materials to the 988 Partner Toolkit. The new content includes social...
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Coming Face to Face with Suicide in American Farming
September 01, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a webinar on preventing suicide in American farming communities. It will...
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Surgeon General Lays Out Framework to Tackle Loneliness and “Mend the Social Fabric of Our Nation”
August 25, 2023
CNN U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently released an advisory on the country’s “epidemic of loneliness and isolation.” Part of...
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U.S. Depression Rates Reach New Highs
August 25, 2023
Gallup Rates of current and lifetime depression among U.S. adults are the highest since Gallup began collecting these data in...
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SAMHSA 2023–2026 Strategic Plan
August 25, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released the agency’s 2023–2026 Strategic Plan, which includes a new...
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New CDC Injury and Violence Prevention Funding Awarded
August 25, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded funding to The Safe States Alliance (Safe States) to strengthen...
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Be the Change: How to Support Suicide Prevention Efforts This September
August 18, 2023
This Suicide Prevention Month, let's encourage everyone to get involved.
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#BeThere Twitter Chat
August 18, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) is hosting its annual #BeThere Twitter chat for Suicide Prevention Month....
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2022 Provisional Suicide Data
August 18, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released provisional data on suicide deaths in the U.S. in 2022....
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Facebook Live: Youth Suicide Prevention
August 18, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is hosting a Facebook Live event for Suicide Prevention Month. The event will...
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Behavioral Health Care Barriers in Rural New York
August 11, 2023
A recent study examined service providers’ views on behavioral health care delivery barriers in rural New York. Researchers held focus...
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Blog Post: Guide to Equity Terminology
August 11, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a blog post that previews its Guide to Equity...
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New Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Funding Recipients
August 11, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced seven new recipients of its Comprehensive Suicide Prevention funding. CDC...
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Veteran Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project Grants
August 11, 2023
The CDC Foundation is requesting proposals for Veteran Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project grants. A bidders call will take place on...
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Grant Opportunity: Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances
August 11, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for grants to expand and sustain comprehensive community...
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Check Out New Suicide Data Visualizations
August 04, 2023
We are pleased to release new visualizations of the latest data on suicide in the U.S. They include information on...
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For One Group of Teenagers, Social Media Seems a Clear Net Benefit
August 04, 2023
The New York Times While social media may be harmful for some teens, it can be a lifeline for LGBTQ...
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MASSACHUSETTS: Program at William James College Tries to Reduce Veteran Suicide by Focusing on Relationship to Guns
August 04, 2023
WBUR A college program is training mental health professionals how to talk about reducing access to guns with veterans at...
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Youth Emergency Department Visits for Mental Health
August 04, 2023
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) researchers have published a study that found youth emergency department visits for mental health...
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Investigating Child and Youth Suicide
August 04, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released recordings of a recent workshop on the challenges of investigating child...
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Webinar: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth in Schools
August 04, 2023
The Mid-America Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Mid-America MHTTC) is hosting a webinar on supporting the mental well-being of LGBTQIA+...
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Suicide Prevention Month: Ideas for Action
July 28, 2023
Want to get involved in Suicide Prevention Month? Check out our updated annual resource for ideas on how! This September, we invite...
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988 Lifeline Launches Spanish Text and Chat
July 28, 2023
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Lifeline) has launched text and chat services in Spanish. To access, text AYUDA to...
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Notice of Intent: Identifying Preteen Suicide Risk
July 28, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has issued a notice of intent to release a funding opportunity for approaches...
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Mental and Substance Use Disorders Prevalence Study
July 28, 2023
RTI International (RTI) has released findings from the SAMHSA-funded Mental and Substance Use Disorders Prevalence Study. The study measured the...
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Funding Opportunity: Youth Violence Prevention
July 28, 2023
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) has released a funding opportunity for research on interventions to...
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988 Lifeline: Crisis Care That Feels Like Care
July 21, 2023
On the one-year anniversary of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, let’s build on its progress to expand crisis services nationwide.
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Crisis Services for Indigenous People
July 21, 2023
The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB), in partnership with the Indian Health Service (IHS), has developed an interactive...
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2021 Fatal Injury Data Now Available in WISQARS
July 21, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its Web-based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) to...
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Suicide Data Indicators Explorer
July 21, 2023
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have developed a Suicide Data Indicators...
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Listening Session for American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans
July 21, 2023
PsychArmor is hosting a listening session to hear the experiences and perspectives of American Indian and Alaska Native veterans. It...
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BIPOC Mental Health Month
July 14, 2023
July is dedicated to spreading awareness about the mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). BIPOC...
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One-Year Anniversary of 988
July 14, 2023
July 16 marks one year since the country transitioned to a three-digit number for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline...
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Pediatric Emergency Department Visit Follow-Up
July 14, 2023
A recent study examined rates of follow-up outpatient care for children discharged from emergency departments after mental health care visits....
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NEW YORK: Street Teams and Clubhouses: A New Plan to Help Mentally Ill New Yorkers
July 14, 2023
The New York Times New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently announced a plan to increase services for people with...
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Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences
July 14, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a report on the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences among...
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SAMHSA Awards Youth Behavioral Health Grants
July 14, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $31.5 million in behavioral health grants for children, youth,...
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Integrated Mental and Physical Health Care for Black Communities
July 14, 2023
The Central East Mental Health Transfer Technology Center (Central East MHTTC) is hosting a webinar on integrated mental and physical...
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Policy of Inclusion – The Next Phase of Peer Involvement
July 14, 2023
The Mental Health Policy Roundtable is hosting “Policy of Inclusion – The Next Phase of Peer Involvement.” This virtual roundtable...
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Collaborating with Tribal Communities: Tribal Sovereignty
July 07, 2023
Join us for part five of a six-part webinar series to help crisis centers build collaborative, sustainable relationships with tribal...
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988 Suicide Lifeline Expanding LGBTQ Services with 24/7 Chat and Text
July 07, 2023
ABC News The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is offering 24/7 specialized services for LGBTQ+ young people. In September, the...
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Student-Athletes Aren't Immune from Suicide Risk. Colleges Are Taking Notice.
July 07, 2023
CBS News Colleges are increasing mental health supports for student athletes. These efforts follow the recent suicide deaths of college...
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Practical Guide for Implementing a Trauma-Informed Approach
July 07, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a practical guide for implementing a trauma-informed approach. This...
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Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Behavioral Health
June 23, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Behavioral Health: Results from the...
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New 988 Lifeline Social Media Shareables
June 23, 2023
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Lifeline) has added new social media shareables to the 988 Partner Toolkit. The new content includes social media posts...
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Meeting Rural Men Where They Are
June 23, 2023
To reduce suicide rates among rural men, we need to meet them where they are.
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Suicide and Homicide Rates Among Young People
June 23, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a data brief on suicide...
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Prevalence Estimates of Depression
June 23, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published national, state-, and county-level prevalence estimates of adults ages 18...
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Apply to Be a Reviewer for SPRC’s Best Practices Registry!
June 16, 2023
The SPRC BPR team is currently building a pool of reviewers with a wide range of expertise to review BPR...
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Youth Mental Health: Action Steps to Support America’s Youth
June 16, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) and its partners have released Youth Mental Health: Action Steps to...
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The Veterans Crisis Line Is Fielding a Record Number of Cries for Help, VA Stats Show
June 16, 2023
NBC News The Veterans Crisis Line is experiencing record call volume. In March of this year, the crisis line received...
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Guide to Being an Ally to Transgender and Nonbinary Youth
June 16, 2023
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a guide to being an ally to transgender and nonbinary young people. This educational...
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Suicide-Focused Assessment and Treatment
June 16, 2023
McLean Hospital (McLean) and the Stanford Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences are hosting a free online course on...
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988 Committees Accepting Applications
June 09, 2023
Vibrant Emotional Health (Vibrant) is relaunching the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) Committees and Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH)...
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SAMHSA Awards Garrett Lee Smith Funding
June 09, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded funding to states, tribes, and college campuses to help...
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Almost Half of Children Who Go to ER With Mental Health Crisis Don’t Get the Follow-Up Care They Need, Study Finds
June 09, 2023
CNN A new study found that many children don’t receive the follow-up care they need following a mental emergency department...
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ENGLAND: Women Who Suffer Domestic Abuse Three Times as Likely to Attempt Suicide
June 09, 2023
The Guardian A recent study in England found a link between intimate partner violence (IPV) and self-harm and suicidality. This...
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Behavioral Health Equity: LGBTQI+ Populations
June 09, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is offering a variety of resources to help promote behavioral health...
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SAMHSA Awards Grants for Mobile Crisis Response
June 09, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded 13 grants to communities to expand mobile crisis response...
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Community Environmental Indicators and LGBTQ Youth Mental Health
June 09, 2023
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a report on the association between community-level environmental indicators and the mental health of...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
June 09, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
June 02, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide.
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Frailty and Suicide Risk Among Older Adult Veterans
June 02, 2023
A recent study found frailty was associated with suicide attempt risk among U.S. veterans ages 65 and older. Study participants...
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What Students Are Saying About the CDC Report on Teen Sadness
June 02, 2023
The New York Times Teens are reflecting on recent national data that show they are struggling with their mental health....
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National Violent Death Reporting System, 2020 Data
June 02, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on violent deaths based on 2020 data from...
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Funding Opportunity: 988 Tribal Response
June 02, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements to provide 988 crisis center...
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Federal Awards Announced for School Mental Health
June 02, 2023
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) will award more than $95 million in funding across 35 states to increase access...
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Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health
June 02, 2023
The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has released an advisory on social media and youth mental health. It describes the current evidence...
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One in Four Black Transgender and Nonbinary Youth Attempted Suicide in Past Year, Survey Finds
May 19, 2023
CNN According to a study by The Trevor Project, a quarter of Black transgender and nonbinary youth reported a suicide...
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Black Adults More Likely to Seek Mental Health Treatment at EDs, Pre-pandemic Data Show
May 19, 2023
Fierce Health Care According to a recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics, Black adults were nearly twice...
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Funding Opportunity: 988 Follow-Up Programs
May 19, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements for 988 Suicide & Crisis...
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Funding Opportunity: Improving Local 988 Capacity
May 19, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements for states and territories to...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
May 19, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
Director's Corner
Inclusion Is Key to Mental Health
May 12, 2023
Celebrate mental health awareness and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities by weaving inclusivity into everything you do.
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Supporting States in Building Suicide Prevention Infrastructure
May 12, 2023
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) has released a new story on supporting states in building suicide prevention infrastructure...
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2023 National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Young People
May 12, 2023
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released the 2023 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Young People, which...
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Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Connection
May 12, 2023
The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has released an advisory on the healing effects of social connection and community to...
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New Website to Find Support for Mental Health
May 12, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched a new website to help the public find support...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
May 12, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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Collaborating with Tribal Communities: Tribal and IHS Health Care Systems
May 05, 2023
Join us for part four of a six-part webinar series to help crisis centers build collaborative, sustainable relationships with tribal...
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Needs Assessment for the 2024 National Strategy
May 05, 2023
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) is conducting a national needs assessment to gather feedback from suicide...
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Screen Time and Suicide Risk Among Emerging Adults
May 05, 2023
In a new study, researchers examined the association between screen media use and suicide risk among adolescents over a 10-year...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Tribal Training and Product Development Manager
May 05, 2023
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an SPRC tribal training and product development manager to coordinate the development of...
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Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance—United States, 2021
May 05, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released analyses of 2021 data from the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
May 05, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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BPR Application Office Hours—Extended by Popular Demand!
April 28, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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Needs Assessment for the 2024 National Strategy
April 28, 2023
Needs Assessment for the 2024 National Strategy The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) is conducting a national...
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How Districts Can Respond to a Student’s Suicide
April 28, 2023
Education Week Planning can help schools and districts prepare to respond appropriately to a student suicide. It is critical that...
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Pentagon's Suicide Prevention Committee Recommends Age Limit and Waiting Period for On-Base Gun Purchases
April 28, 2023
CNN An independent committee set up by the Pentagon recently released a report that includes 127 recommendations for preventing suicide...
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SAMHSA Mental Health Month Awareness Toolkit
April 28, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released their Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit. It includes key...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Instructional Design Manager
April 28, 2023
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an SPRC instructional design manager to provide strategic leadership in developing, implementing, and administering...
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Learning From Autistic Lived Experience
April 21, 2023
By learning about autism and listening to the unique insights of those experiencing it, we can all support autistic people in living their fullest lives.
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Mental Health Outreach Toolkit
April 21, 2023
Mental Health America (MHA) has released their Mental Health Month Outreach Toolkit to help individuals and organizations plan efforts to...
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Suicide Attempts Among Youth During COVID-19
April 21, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on suspected suicide attempts by self-poisoning among youth...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry—With Our Help!
April 21, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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988 Partner Toolkit Updates for Mental Health Awareness Month
April 14, 2023
To help you prepare for Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has added new...
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Teen Girls Report Record Levels of Sadness, CDC Finds
April 14, 2023
The New York Times Recent national data suggest teen girls are experiencing increased sadness, suicidal thoughts, and sexual violence. The...
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Suicide Mortality in the U.S., 2001–2021
April 14, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a data brief on suicide...
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Emergency Department Visits for Suicidal Ideation, 2016–2021
April 14, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has produced a data brief on emergency...
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American Association of Suicidology Annual Conference
April 14, 2023
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) annual conference will take place next week from April 19-22. The agenda includes presentations...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry—With Our Help!
April 14, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry—With Our Help!
April 07, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that prevent suicide. Working on an application...
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Evidence and Action to Support and Affirm LGBTQI+ Youth
April 07, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released Moving Beyond Change Efforts: Evidence and Action to Support...
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Webinar Series: Early Childhood Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention for Schools
April 07, 2023
The Pacific Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Pacific Southwest MHTTC) is hosting a two-part webinar series on early childhood...
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Strategic Prevention Framework – Partnerships for Success for States
April 07, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications to fund the development and delivery of state...
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Suicide Prevention Across the Life Span in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
April 07, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released a funding opportunity for formative research to prevent suicide across the...
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Join Us in Launching SPRC’s New Best Practices Registry!
March 31, 2023
We’re excited to invite you to join us in launching SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR)! The same one-stop source...
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Strong Talk Podcast Episode with Shelby Rowe
March 31, 2023
The Strong Talk Podcast has released an episode with SPRC Executive Director Shelby Rowe. In the episode, Rowe discusses her...
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Funding Opportunity: Integrating Primary and Behavioral Health Care
March 31, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a funding opportunity to promote the integration of primary...
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Funding Opportunity: Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Grants
March 31, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has announced grant opportunities for certified community behavioral health clinic planning,...
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Funding Opportunity: American Indian and Alaska Native Behavioral Health Center
March 31, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications to fund an American Indian and Alaska Native...
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Most LGBTQ Youth Can’t Access Mental Health Care. How Schools Can Help
March 24, 2023
Education Week According to a recent report from The Trevor Project, most LGBTQ students in all but two states said...
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MICHIGAN: Blue-Collar Suicides Focus of State Prevention Effort
March 24, 2023
Bridge Michigan Michigan is taking steps to address suicide in the construction industry. In 2019, the suicide rate among the...
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Cooperative Agreements to Implement Zero Suicide
March 24, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is seeking applications for cooperative agreements to implement Zero Suicide in...
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Emergency Department Visits by Incarcerated Adults
March 24, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on emergency department visits for nonfatal injuries, including...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
March 24, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate national frameworks, best practices, and...
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National Strategy for Suicide Prevention Grants
March 17, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting grant applications to implement suicide prevention and intervention programs for adults in accordance with The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Implement the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention.
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Native Connections Grants
March 17, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a funding opportunity to prevent suicide and substance misuse,...
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Suicide Risk Screening in Adult Primary Care
March 17, 2023
An expert workgroup has released recommendations on a clinical pathway (i.e., care pathway) for suicide risk screening in adult primary...
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Emergency Department Visits by Race and Ethnicity
March 17, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on emergency department visits related to mental health...
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Listening Session: National Tribal Behavioral Health Agenda
March 17, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a tribal listening session on updating the national tribal...
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Funding Opportunity: Mental Health Infrastructure in Tribal Communities
March 17, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a funding opportunity for planning and developing infrastructure to...
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National Public Health Week
March 17, 2023
The American Public Health Association (APHA) is focusing this year’s National Public Health Week on centering and celebrating cultures in...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
March 17, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate national frameworks, best practices, and...
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Collaborating with Tribal Communities: A Trauma-Informed Approach
March 10, 2023
Join us for part three of a six-part webinar series to help crisis centers build collaborative, sustainable relationships with tribal...
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Suicide Risk Screening in Pediatric Primary Care
March 10, 2023
A recent study described the implementation of a suicide risk screening protocol in a pediatric primary care setting. The research...
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Annual Summit: Suicide Safer Care in Clinical Practice
March 10, 2023
The Wellness Institute (TWI) is hosting the third annual summit on suicide safer care in clinical practice. This year’s summit...
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EDC Job Opportunity: Action Alliance Assistant Director of Communications
March 10, 2023
Education Development Center (EDC) is seeking a full-time assistant director of communications for the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action...
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Mental Health in Rural New York: Findings from a Listening Tour
March 10, 2023
NORC at the University of Chicago has released the Adolescent Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Curriculum. Designed for both...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
March 10, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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2021 Tribal Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment
March 03, 2023
SPRC is excited to release our 2021 Tribal Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment. This technical report presents complete findings from the first-ever...
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Following a Two-Year Decline, Suicide Rates Rose Again in 2021
March 03, 2023
The New York Times A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that suicide rates...
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Lessons From Ecuador on Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in the U.S. and around the World
March 03, 2023
STAT According to a recent opinion piece, a pilot mental health care program in Ecuador could provide a model for...
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Independent Recommendations for Preventing Military Suicide
March 03, 2023
The Suicide Prevention and Response Independent Review Committee (SPRIRC) has released recommendations for preventing suicide in the U.S. military. The...
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Mental Health in Rural New York: Findings from a Listening Tour
March 03, 2023
NORC at the University of Chicago and the University at Albany School of Public Health have released a report on...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
March 03, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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I Don’t Wanna Be: Suicide Rates Are Rising among Young Black Men
February 24, 2023
The Atlanta Voice Overall suicide rates among Black people are lower than among White people in the U.S., but recent...
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Military Veterans Can Now Receive Free Emergency Mental Health Care
February 24, 2023
CNN Under a new policy from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), military veterans experiencing a suicidal crisis can now receive...
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National Substance Use and Mental Health Services Survey, 2021
February 24, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released 2021 data from the National Substance Use and Mental Health Services...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
February 24, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report
February 17, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released the Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report:...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
February 17, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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Recent Changes in Suicide Rates by Race and Ethnicity and Age Group
February 10, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a data brief on changes in suicide rates between 2018 and 2021...
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988 Mental Health Line Receives Over Two Million Calls and Texts in Six Months
February 10, 2023
PBS NewsHour In the six months after its transition to a three-digit number, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline received more than...
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Addressing Behavioral Health Disparities in the Black Community
February 10, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a roundtable on addressing behavioral health disparities in the Black community....
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Strategic Framework for Addressing Youth Mental Health Disparities
February 10, 2023
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released a strategic framework for addressing youth mental health disparities for fiscal years 2022...
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Call for Applications: Health Disparities Research Institute
February 10, 2023
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) is accepting applications for the Health Disparities Research Institute, which will take...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
February 10, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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Collaborating with Tribal Communities: Cultural Humility
February 03, 2023
Join us for part two of a six-part webinar series to help crisis centers build collaborative, sustainable relationships with tribal...
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A Look at the Mental Health Stigmas Faced by Asian Americans
February 03, 2023
ebn Asian Americans may face more barriers to accessing mental health than other groups. Some of those barriers are cultural,...
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Priority Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services
February 03, 2023
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released two opportunities for career enhancement awards to advance research on firearms injury...
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Webinar: A Summary of Cost-Outcome Analysis for Injury Prevention Programs
February 03, 2023
The Children’s Safety Network (CSN) is hosting a webinar to present a new fact sheet series on cost-outcome analysis for injury prevention...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
February 03, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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Apply to the New Best Practices Registry Today!
January 27, 2023
SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is seeking applications for programs and interventions that incorporate expert consensus, best practices, and...
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How to Get More Men to Try Therapy
January 27, 2023
The New York Times Experts are working to tailor mental health supports for men. Compared to women, men are more...
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Priority Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services
January 27, 2023
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has published a notice of special interest in priority research on crisis response services. NIH is...
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Webinar: Behavioral Health Services for People Experiencing Homelessness
January 27, 2023
The Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network (MHTTC), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and Abt Associates are holding a webinar on...
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Community Programs for Youth at Risk of Psychosis
January 27, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a funding opportunity for community programs that provide outreach and intervention...
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Reading First-Hand Stories May Help Reduce Suicidal Thoughts
January 20, 2023
Psychiatric Times Personal stories about managing suicidal thoughts may help others who are struggling, a recent study found. The study was designed...
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Community-Led Suicide Prevention: New Tools and Examples
January 20, 2023
Education Development Center (EDC)’s Community-Led Suicide Prevention has released new materials to help you spread the word about the project, as well as stories featuring community...
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Behavioral Health Services for People Experiencing Homelessness
January 20, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a guide to help behavioral health and housing providers engage with...
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Webinar: Firearms Research Funding Opportunity
January 20, 2023
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is hosting a webinar to discuss its recent funding opportunity announcement for research on community-level interventions for firearms...
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Suicide Care Insights: Stories & Tips for Your Implementation
January 13, 2023
Education Development Center (EDC) has released Suicide Care Insights: Stories & Tips for Your Implementation. This mixed media resource presents stories...
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With Homicide the Leading Cause of Maternal Mortality, New Research Shows a Link to Firearms and Intimate Partner Violence
January 13, 2023
STAT Homicide is the leading cause of death in pregnancy and just after giving birth, and suicide rates in this...
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SAMHSA Releases 2021 NSDUH Findings
January 13, 2023
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released reports and detailed tables from the 2021 National Survey on Drug...
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HHS Awards Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Funding
January 13, 2023
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded nearly $245 million in Bipartisan Safer Communities Act funding to support...
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Research on Community-Level Interventions for Firearms Violence Prevention
January 13, 2023
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released a funding opportunity announcement for research on community-level interventions for firearms violence, injury, and...
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Call for Papers: Lethal Means Safety in Older Adults
January 13, 2023
The Clinical Gerontologist is accepting papers for a special section on lethal means safety in older adults, with a particular interest in lethal means safety for suicide prevention....
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SPRC Highlights in 2022
January 06, 2023
SPRC 2022 Webinars Assessing Community Suicide Prevention Needs: A Workbook for State Coordinators 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Implementation Resources...
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A Look Back at Research Summaries in 2022
January 06, 2023
Ethical Issues in Suicide Prevention Research—Archives of Suicide Research Racial Differences in Suicide Risk among Adults in Criminal-Legal Systems—BMC Psychiatry...
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A Look Back at National News in 2022
January 06, 2023
Surgeon General Warns of Youth Mental Health Crisis—The New York Times What Employers Need to Know about Suicide Prevention—Harvard Business...
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A Look Back at State and Community News in 2022
January 06, 2023
MASSACHUSETTS: At a 988 Call Center, Volunteers Embrace a New Number while Providing Familiar Hope—STAT New Hampshire School Districts Move...
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Myth that Suicides Peak during the Holidays Could Cause Harm
December 16, 2022
HealthDay Some media reports contain misinformation about holiday suicides, according to a recent analysis. Researchers looked at monthly national suicide numbers...
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INTERNATIONAL: Health Workers’ Mental Health: Addressing the Invisible Global Pandemic
December 16, 2022
STAT Experts are calling for a comprehensive approach to supporting health workers’ mental health. Around the world, health workers face...
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Evidence-Informed Interventions for the Health Care Workforce
December 16, 2022
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and Health Research & Educational Trust (HRET) have released Suicide Prevention: Evidence-Informed Interventions for the Health...
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Too Few Young People Get Mental Health Follow-Up after ER Visit
December 09, 2022
HealthDay A new study highlights the need for more follow-up care after young people experience mental health crises. Researchers looked at data...
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“I Want to Help My People”: Tribal Nations in Oklahoma Focus on Mental Health Treatment
December 09, 2022
KOSU Tribal nations in eastern Oklahoma are integrating mental health supports with their criminal justice systems. For example, the Choctaw...
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African American Behavioral Health Diversity Leadership Fellows Academy
December 09, 2022
The African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (AABH CoE) is accepting applications for the AABH Diversity Leadership Fellows Academy. The six-month...
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African American Brave Safe Space
December 09, 2022
The African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (AABH CoE) is hosting a Brave Safe Space for African American Behavioral...
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Gun-Related Suicides and Killings Continued to Rise in 2021, CDC Reports
December 02, 2022
The New York Times Recent data suggest more efforts are needed to address firearm suicide. According to the Centers for Disease Control...
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Poor Mental Health in U.S. Teens Exacerbated by Negative Experiences during Covid-19 Pandemic, Survey Finds
December 02, 2022
CNN In a recent study, most teens reported having at least one adverse childhood experience during the pandemic. Adverse childhood experiences,...
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Community-Led Suicide Prevention
December 02, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) has launched Community-Led Suicide Prevention, an online toolkit to help communities come together and reach their suicide...
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From Crisis to Care
December 02, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released From Crisis to Care: Building from 988 and Beyond for...
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Suicide Rates by Race and Ethnicity
December 02, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a report on suicide rates for...
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Leading Causes of Death by Race and Ethnicity
December 02, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has analyzed death rates for leading causes of...
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National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care
November 18, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care. It...
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WASHINGTON: A First-in-the-Nation 988 Line for Native People Goes Live in WA
November 18, 2022
The Seattle Times Washington residents now have access to the country’s first-ever 988 crisis line for Native people. Launched last...
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Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Funding for Mental Health Services
November 11, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recently announced more than $100 million in funding from the Bipartisan Safer Communities...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Training Manager for Health and Behavioral Health Initiatives
November 11, 2022
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an SPRC training manager for health and behavioral health initiatives to coordinate and facilitate suicide...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Contract/Grant Coordinator
November 11, 2022
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) is seeking an SPRC contract/grant coordinator to provide administrative support for suicide prevention grant...
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Implementation of the 988 Number Brought More Calls and Texts to the National Suicide Prevention and Crisis Hotline This Summer—And Early Data Show Answer Rates Improved or Held Steady
November 11, 2022
KFF Newsroom In the month after its transition to a three-digit number, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline experienced a...
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Americans Are Prioritizing Mental Health, with New 988 Hotline There to Help
November 11, 2022
Medical Xpress A recent public perception poll shows broad support for mental health and suicide prevention but barriers to seeking help. Carried...
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Seize the Awkward: New Public Service Announcements
November 04, 2022
The Seize the Awkward campaign has released new public service announcements that encourage Black and Hispanic/Latine young people to talk with their friends about...
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CULTURE FORWARD: A Strengths and Culture-Based Tool
November 04, 2022
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (Bloomberg School) Center for Indigenous Health (CIH) recently released CULTURE FORWARD: A Strengths...
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HHS Announces $3 Million to Promote Black Youth Mental Health
November 04, 2022
Healthcare Innovation Grantees in eight states are beginning a new three-year project on Black youth mental health. Funding comes from...
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What Not to Say to Someone Who Has Lost a Loved One to Suicide
November 04, 2022
HuffPost Experts offer advice for supporting a survivor of suicide loss. Listen with empathy and non-judgment; how you listen is...
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National Native American Heritage Month
November 04, 2022
November is National Native American Heritage Month—a time to honor the richness and diversity of tribal cultures and traditions and to...
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Strengthening Capacity in Suicide, Overdose, and Adverse Childhood Experiences
October 28, 2022
The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) has released a funding opportunity to help local health departments understand and...
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Surgeon General’s Framework for Mental Health and Well-Being
October 28, 2022
The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has released The U.S. Surgeon General’s Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being. The...
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Tips for Disaster Responders when Responding to an Event in Indian Country
October 28, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released tips to help disaster responders understand historical trauma and resilience when...
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Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Planning Grants
October 28, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements for certified community behavioral health clinic planning...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Senior Contract/Grant Coordinator
October 28, 2022
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) is seeking an SPRC senior contract/grant coordinator to provide administrative support to SPRC leadership...
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How Colleges Are Improving Mental Health on Campus
October 28, 2022
U.S. News and World Report Throughout the pandemic, some colleges have taken a comprehensive approach to supporting student mental health....
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CDC Releases Suicide Prevention Resource for Action
October 28, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released the Suicide Prevention Resource for Action (Suicide Prevention Resource)—an updated, expanded, and...
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Suicide and Known Mental Health Status among Males
October 21, 2022
In a new study, researchers examined suicide among males across the life span and its association with known mental health...
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SPRC’s New Best Practices Registry Is Now Accepting Applications!
October 21, 2022
We’re excited to announce that SPRC’s new Best Practices Registry (BPR) is now accepting applications. The latest BPR is the same one-stop...
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Anxiety Screening in Children and Adolescents
October 21, 2022
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has published a recommendation statement calling for anxiety screening in children and adolescents ages 8...
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The State of Mental Health in America 2023
October 21, 2022
Mental Health America (MHA) has released The State of Mental Health in America 2023. The report presents data on mental health,...
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Adverse Childhood Experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic
October 21, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on adverse childhood experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and their...
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Deadline Extended: Support for 988 Tribal Response
October 21, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements to expand 988 crisis support to tribal...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Copyeditor
October 21, 2022
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an SPRC copyeditor to provide highly detailed writing, editing, fact checking, formatting, and proofreading for digital and...
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Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists
October 14, 2022
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (Bloomberg School) has launched a free online course to teach journalists how to cover...
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Suicide Risk and Access to Care Among LGBTQ College Students
October 14, 2022
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a report on suicide risk and access to care among LGBTQ college students. It found those...
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Anxiety Screening in Adults
October 14, 2022
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has released draft recommendations proposing adults under age 65 be regularly screened for anxiety. The...
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Job Opportunity: SPRC Prevention Specialist
October 14, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) is hiring a full-time SPRC prevention specialist to provide consultation and support for state suicide prevention efforts, among...
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New Org Aims to Improve Black Mental Health with the Help of Churches
October 14, 2022
Healthline A new effort is working to integrate mental health supports in Black faith communities. Launched in August, Soul Shop...
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NEW FROM SPRC: Zero Suicide Outcome Story
October 14, 2022
SPRC is pleased to add to our collection of Zero Suicide Outcome Stories, which highlight efforts to implement and measure the...
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CDC Releases 2021 Provisional Suicide Data
October 07, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a report of provisional national suicide...
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JUST RELEASED: New National Public Perception Survey Data
October 07, 2022
A new 2022 public perception national survey of over 2,000 U.S. adults helps us better understand the public’s beliefs and attitudes about...
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Suicide-Focused Assessment and Treatment: An Update for Professionals
September 30, 2022
McClean Hospital (McClean) and Stanford University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (Stanford Psychiatry) are hosting a course on recent advances in...
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Nearly One in Four Young Adults in U.S. Treated for Mental Health during Pandemic, CDC Survey Finds
September 30, 2022
CNN New federal data suggest the percentage of U.S. adults receiving mental health treatment rose during COVID-19. The data come from the...
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More People Are Talking About Suicide. Let's Make Those Conversations Better
September 30, 2022
Newsweek A recent opinion piece offers tips on making the public conversation about suicide more effective. While suicide is being...
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2022 State and Territorial Needs Assessment: Messaging Toolkits
September 30, 2022
Want to message about SPRC’s 2022 State and Territorial Suicide Prevention Needs Assessment (SNA), but not sure how? We’re excited...
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Recommendations on Suicide Risk Screening in Adult Primary Care
September 23, 2022
A workgroup organized by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has developed recommendations for a clinical pathway to screen adults for...
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Now Available: 2021 Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System Data
September 23, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) 2021 data set is...
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Suicide among American Indian and Alaska Native People, 2015-2020
September 23, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on suicide among American Indian and Alaska Native people in...
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Adapting Evidence-Based Practices for Under-Resourced Populations
September 23, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a guide to adapting evidence-based practices for under-resourced populations. Adaptations include...
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Cooperative Agreements: Support for 988 Tribal Response
September 23, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements to expand 988 crisis support to tribal...
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New Hampshire School Districts Move to Ease Teacher Stress, Burnout
September 23, 2022
New Hampshire Public Radio Many educators are experiencing stress and mental health issues, with some, such as teachers of color,...
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Gun Suicide City-Level Analysis
September 16, 2022
Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund (Everytown) and New York University Grossman School of Medicine (NYU) have released an analysis of firearm...
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Request for Input: Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+ Equity
September 16, 2022
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) has issued a request for input from the public to help inform...
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Addressing Burnout in the Behavioral Health Workforce
September 16, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a new guide with evidence-based strategies for preventing and reducing burnout...
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Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention in the Workplace
September 16, 2022
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and United Suicide Survivors International (US) have released a white paper on mental health and...
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Mental Health Treatment among U.S. Adults
September 16, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has published a data brief on mental health...
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Provisional Life Expectancy Estimates for 2021
September 16, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a report on provisional life expectancy...
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Sexual Orientation Hate Crime Laws and Youth Suicide Risk
September 16, 2022
State laws that aim to prevent hate crimes related to sexual orientation may help reduce suicide among high-school-aged youth, suggests...
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Man Therapy: You Can't Fix Your Mental Health with Duct Tape
September 09, 2022
The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is hosting a presentation on promoting mental health in male-dominated industries. It will take place on...
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Suicide Prevention Research in a Changing World
September 09, 2022
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has published a director’s blog post on suicide prevention research in a changing world, written by...
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Native American Behavioral Health during Disasters
September 09, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a new issue of The Dialogue, a technical assistance journal on disaster...
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Grant Opportunity: Resiliency in Communities after Stress and Trauma
September 09, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is seeking grant applications for the Resiliency in Communities after Stress and Trauma...
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Grant Opportunity: Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education
September 09, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting grant applications for Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education (Project AWARE)....
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Addressing America’s Mental Health Crisis—Especially in Rural Areas—Starts by Making Care More Accessible
September 09, 2022
MedCity News A recent opinion piece argues telepsychiatry can help meet the mental health needs of rural communities. With limited access...
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Suicide Prevention Resources for Schools
September 09, 2022
As students head back to school, help put suicide prevention on the agenda for the new academic year by using and...
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Webinar: The Collaboration Continuum
September 02, 2022
The Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center (Pacific Southwest PTTC) is hosting a webinar on connecting across fields to prevent suicide and...
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Dismantling Stigma for All: Addressing Physician and Patient Mental Health
September 02, 2022
The American Medical Association (AMA) is hosting a forum to discuss how to address physician and patient mental health and suicide risk....
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Adaptations for Delivering Mental Health Services during COVID-19
September 02, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a supplemental research bulletin on adaptations and innovations for delivering mental...
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LGBTQ Students Deserve Safe Schools
September 02, 2022
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has published a blog post on the importance of creating safety in schools for LGBTQ students....
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Black and Hispanic Americans Are More Likely to Be Struggling with Mental Health. Here’s what Employers and Communities Can Do
September 02, 2022
Forbes Communities and workplaces are key settings for promoting mental health equity. A recent poll found Black and Hispanic respondents...
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2022 State and Territorial Needs Assessment: Call to Action
September 02, 2022
SPRC is excited to release our 2022 State and Territorial Needs Assessment: Call to Action and Summary of Priority Areas. This...
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Summary of Child Firearms Deaths
September 02, 2022
The National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention (NCFRP) has released a summary of child firearms deaths entered into the National Fatality...
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Facebook Live: The Intersection of Suicide and Substance Use
September 02, 2022
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) are holding a Facebook Live event on the intersection...
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The Mental Health and Well-Being of Multiracial LGBTQ Youth
August 19, 2022
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released a report on the mental health and well-being of multiracial LGBTQ youth. Highlighting the unique mental...
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At a 988 Call Center, Volunteers Embrace a New Number while Providing Familiar Hope
August 19, 2022
STAT As the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline expands crisis services nationwide, the important work of call center staff is...
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Six Ways to Address Mental Health in the Construction Industry
August 19, 2022
For Construction Pros Employers can take key steps to prevent suicide in the construction industry, which has the second highest...
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Gun Carrying among Youth
August 12, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on gun carrying among youth by demographic characteristics, violent experiences,...
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Addressing Disparities by Diversifying Behavioral Health Research
August 12, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a blog post on addressing inequities in behavioral health research. It...
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Confronting Health Worker Burnout and Well-Being
August 12, 2022
The New England Journal of Medicine In a recent opinion piece, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy discusses ways to address health...
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#BeThere Twitter Chat 2022
August 12, 2022
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) is hosting a Twitter chat to kick off Suicide Prevention Month in September....
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Intimate Partner Violence and Suicide: Intersections in Context and Practice
August 12, 2022
Join us for a webinar to learn about the intersection of intimate partner violence and suicide. The presentation will discuss...
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Text Your Friends. It Matters More Than You Think.
August 05, 2022
The New York Times An increasing body of research suggests small moments of connection are key to well-being. In a...
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State Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Update
August 05, 2022
SPRC has released a new issue of its State Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Update. This newsletter features the latest content related to...
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Suicide Prevention Month: Ideas for Action
August 05, 2022
Looking for ways to observe Suicide Prevention Month? Check out our updated annual resource with ideas to help anyone, anywhere get involved!...
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Suicidal Thoughts among Public Health Workers
July 29, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on symptoms of mental health conditions and suicidal thoughts among...
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Many Black Children Are Dying by Suicide, Doctors Say: Understanding the Why—and How to Help
July 29, 2022
ABC News Experts are calling for a public health approach to preventing suicide among Black youth. Recent data show suicide...
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Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act
July 29, 2022
To mark the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), join us in highlighting resources to help support...
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Suicide Prevention and Health Care Accreditation: A Panel Discussion with The Joint Commission
July 29, 2022
Join us for a live panel discussion on suicide prevention and health care accreditation, focused on meeting The Joint Commission...
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CDC Injury Control Research Center Grants
July 22, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (Injury Center) is seeking applications for Injury...
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Drug Overdose Deaths Rise, Disparities Widen
July 22, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released an analysis of drug overdose deaths by sociodemographic and social determinants of...
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Podcast Interview: 988 Is for Everyone
July 22, 2022
In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt has released a new podcast episode with SPRC Director Shelby Rowe. In this episode, Shelby and...
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988 and the Research Behind Suicide Hotlines
July 22, 2022
CUIMC News In a recent interview, suicide prevention expert Madelyn Gould shares insights on how crisis hotlines have become a...
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Executive Order on Advancing Equality for LGBTQI Youth
July 15, 2022
The White House has released an executive order on advancing equality for LGBTQI individuals calling for efforts to protect their safety and...
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Statement on Gun Violence Crisis from 60 National Organizations
July 15, 2022
Sixty national organizations recently released a statement challenging inaccurate and harmful attempts to link mental illness and gun violence....
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COVID-19 and Suicide – Why Our Messaging Matters
July 15, 2022
The HPHR Journal A recent opinion piece calls for more accurate and action-oriented messaging about the mental health impacts of...
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Care Transitions from Inpatient to Outpatient Settings: Applying Best Practices
July 15, 2022
Join us for a webinar to learn about the implementation of best practices in care transitions from inpatient psychiatric to...
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Implementation Resources
July 15, 2022
SPRC is pleased to launch a selection of resources that can help state, tribal, and territorial organizations and their partners implement the...
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Healing during Challenging Times: Reconnect to Your Why
July 08, 2022
The Mountain Plains Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Mountain Plains MHTTC) is hosting a five-week course on coping with difficulty for health...
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Adapting a Zero Suicide Approach to Native Communities
July 08, 2022
WebMD Health News Native communities are taking an innovative approach to preventing suicide that combines scientific and traditional practices. With...
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
July 08, 2022
July 16 marks our country’s transition to 988 as the easy-to-remember number to reach the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline...
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BIPOC Mental Health Month
July 08, 2022
July is dedicated to spreading awareness about the mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). BIPOC...
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SAMHSA Blog Posts on Mass Violence and PTSD
July 01, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has recently published blog posts on addressing trauma and mass violence and Posttraumatic Stress...
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Job Opportunity: Zero Suicide Institute Senior Project Associate
July 01, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) is seeking a full-time senior project associate for the Zero Suicide Institute. The associate will deliver trainings and consultation...
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Student Surveys and the Health of LGBTQ+ Youth
July 01, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) has published a new blog post on student surveys and the health of LGBTQ+ youth. The piece lays...
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Evaluation of the REACH-VET Program
July 01, 2022
An evaluation found the Recovery Engagement and Coordination for Health-Veterans Enhanced Treatment (REACH VET) program was associated with increased treatment...
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Behavior
July 01, 2022
Join us for a webinar to explore cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for patients with suicidal behavior. The presentation will describe...
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SAMHSA Job Openings: Public Health Advisor
June 24, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has vacancies for full-time public health advisors to provide program consultation, guidance, and...
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The Impact of Injury Control Research Centers
June 17, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (Injury Center) has released a...
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Preventing Suicide in Schools—A Systemwide Approach
June 17, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) has published a new blog post, “Preventing Suicide in Schools—A Systemwide Approach.” In the piece, SPRC subject...
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HHS Reaffirms Support for LGBTQI+ Youth
June 17, 2022
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra has released a statement reaffirming HHS support and protection for LGBTQI+...
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Unemployment, Behavioral Health, and Suicide
June 17, 2022
Health Affairs A recent health policy brief calls for increased efforts to understand and address the links between unemployment and...
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Shelby Rowe Named New SPRC Director
June 17, 2022
Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to announce that Shelby Rowe has accepted the position of SPRC director. A leader in...
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The Rise of Firearm Suicide among Young Americans
June 10, 2022
Everytown Research & Policy has released The Rise of Firearm Suicide among Young Americans. The report discusses the impact of pandemic-related school...
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LGBTQ Suicide Awareness for Families
June 10, 2022
The Northwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Northwest MHTTC) is hosting a webinar series that will explore LGBTQ youth suicide prevention from the...
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LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Town Hall
June 10, 2022
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs (IEA) Regions 2, 6, and 9 are...
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Treatment-Seeking and Suicidality by Suicide Method
June 10, 2022
A recent study looked at treatment-seeking and suicidality among people who died by firearm suicide compared to those who died...
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Cooperative Agreements for Innovative Community Crisis Response Partnerships
June 10, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released a funding opportunity to create or enhance innovative community crisis response...
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Ensuring Child Safety During Times of Disruption
June 10, 2022
The Children's Safety Network (CSN) and Children's Safety Now Alliance (CSN-A) have released Ensuring Child Safety During Times of Disruption. This...
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Updated Rural Suicide Prevention Toolkit
June 03, 2022
The Rural Health Information Hub (RHIhub) has recently updated their Rural Suicide Prevention Toolkit. The toolkit contains evidence-based and promising resources...
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Center of Excellence on Social Media and Mental Well-Being
June 03, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for a cooperative agreement to establish a center of excellence...
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Recovery Innovation Challenge
June 03, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched the Recovery Innovation Challenge, which will award funding to peer-run...
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CDC Job Opportunities: Health Scientists
June 03, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking applications for two health scientist positions on its suicide prevention...
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“A Cry for Help”: CDC Warns of a Steep Decline in Teen Mental Health
June 03, 2022
The Washington Post Recent federal data show teens have struggled during the pandemic, with some groups impacted more than others. The data...
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School Mental Health Program Eases Transition from Hospital to Classroom
June 03, 2022
New England Public Media A program is helping kids readjust to school after mental health-related absences. Bridge for Resilient Youth...
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Addressing Health Worker Burnout: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory
June 03, 2022
The Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) has released Addressing Health Worker Burnout: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on Building a...
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Supporting Tribal Youth at Risk for Suicide: Honoring Children, Mending the Circle
June 03, 2022
Join SPRC Senior Advisor Dolores Subia BigFoot for a webinar on supporting tribal youth at risk for suicide. Dr. BigFoot...
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Joint Statement on Federal Indian Boarding School Report
May 20, 2022
SPRC and the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) acknowledge and honor the reactions—such as feelings of grief,...
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National Conference on American Indian/Alaska Native Injury and Violence Prevention
May 13, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Indian Health Service (IHS) are hosting the second National Conference on American...
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2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health
May 13, 2022
The Trevor Project (Trevor) has released its 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health, which captures the experiences of nearly...
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Despite Pandemic-Era Drop, Suicide Threat Remains
May 13, 2022
U.S. News and World Report Although suicide rates fell in the first year of the pandemic, comprehensive prevention efforts are...
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Assessing Community Suicide Prevention Needs: A Workbook for State Coordinators
May 13, 2022
SPRC is pleased to release Assessing Community Suicide Prevention Needs: A Workbook for State Coordinators. This workbook can help state coordinators...
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Racial Differences in Suicide Risk among Adults in Criminal-Legal Systems
May 06, 2022
Research shows that adults in the criminal-legal system have higher rates of suicide and behavioral health disorders than the general...
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National Weekend of Prayer for Faith, Hope, & Life
May 06, 2022
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) Faith Communities Task Force is hosting a National Weekend of Prayer for Faith,...
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Suicide Prevention in Native Populations: A Cultural Introduction
May 06, 2022
Join SPRC Director Shelby Rowe for a webinar on preventing suicide in tribal populations. The presentation will provide tips for...
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HHS Awards Funding to Strengthen Crisis Call Center Services
April 29, 2022
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), has awarded nearly $105...
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SAMHSA National Prevention Week
April 29, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is holding its National Prevention Week from May 8 to 14 to increase...
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CDC Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey
April 29, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released the Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey—United States, January–June 2021. This one-time...
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Construction Working Minds Summit
April 22, 2022
The Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP), United Suicide Survivors International (US), and the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson...
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Laboratories for Digital Mental Health
April 22, 2022
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has announced a funding opportunity for research to optimize digital health interventions that impact mental health...
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Research on Suicide among Black Youth
April 22, 2022
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released funding opportunity announcements for research project and exploratory research grants to understand suicide risk and...
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Expansion of Comprehensive Suicide Prevention
April 22, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking applications for cooperative agreements to expand comprehensive suicide prevention across the U.S....
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Suicide Is Rising among Younger Students. Here’s How Schools Can Prevent Tragedy
April 22, 2022
EducationWeek While most suicide prevention programs in schools are focused on teens, suicide rates have been rising among younger students....
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Jargon May Have Turned Parents against Social and Emotional Learning
April 22, 2022
The Hechinger Report In recent months, some parents have expressed objections to social and emotional learning (SEL) in schools. According...
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Demand for College Peer Counselors Is Booming. But Training Only Goes So Far
April 22, 2022
NPR During the pandemic, some college students are leaning on each other for support. A recent national survey found nearly half of...
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Two-Page Snapshots of Priority Areas
April 22, 2022
SPRC is excited to release two-page snapshots of priority areas for strengthening suicide prevention infrastructure in the U.S. These summaries...
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NIMH Funding Opportunities: COVID-19 Mental Health Research
April 08, 2022
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released two funding opportunity announcements for COVID-19 mental health research with a...
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Webinar Series: Data Science Approaches to Assessing Suicide Risk
April 08, 2022
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (National Academies) Forum on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders is hosting a public...
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SAMHSA Funding Opportunities: Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics
April 08, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has announced funding opportunities for planning, development, and implementation and improvement and advancement of certified...
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SAMHSA 988 Webpages
April 08, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched new webpages dedicated to providing information and resources related to the...
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What Employers Need to Know About Suicide Prevention
April 08, 2022
Harvard Business Review With the proper information and tools, employers can take key steps to prevent suicide among their employees....
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Action Alliance Releases 988 Messaging Framework
April 08, 2022
To help prepare the field for the July 2022 transition to 988 as the nation’s three-digit dialing, texting, and chat code for anyone...
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State Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Update
April 08, 2022
SPRC has just released a new issue of its State Suicide Prevention Infrastructure Update. This newsletter features the latest content related...
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2020 Suicide Death Data
March 25, 2022
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) is now offering data sheets and visualizations for 2020 suicide death data on their suicide...
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AAS Conference Agenda
March 18, 2022
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) annual conference agenda is now available online. The conference will take place from April 27...
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Funding Opportunities: Research on Community Interventions for Firearms Violence
March 18, 2022
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has published new funding opportunity announcements for research and a research-supporting coordinating center focused on community-level interventions for...
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HHS Announces Funding for Youth Mental Health
March 18, 2022
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)—through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the Office...
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Webinar: SAMHSA 988 Partner Readiness
March 18, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a webinar to help ready its partners for the transition of...
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Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention
March 11, 2022
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), in collaboration with experts from the National...
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Suicide Mortality in the U.S., 2000–2020
March 11, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has released a data brief on suicide mortality...
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Changes in Suicide Rates in the U.S., 2019 and 2020
March 11, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report on changes in suicide rates between 2019 and 2020 by...
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Survey of Americans Who Attempted Suicide Finds Many Aren’t Getting Care
March 11, 2022
The New York Times Suicide attempt rates increased nationally from 2008 to 2019, according to a recent study. However, the proportion...
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Ethical Issues in Suicide Prevention Research
March 11, 2022
A new consensus study summarizes key ethical considerations in suicide prevention research from multiple expert perspectives. According to the study...
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Zero Suicide Workforce Survey: Indigenous Version
March 11, 2022
Education Development Center (EDC) has released a new version of the Zero Suicide Workforce Survey for systems that serve Indigenous communities. It...
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Funding Opportunity: Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grants
March 11, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for the Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Program....
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Webinar: Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention Funding
March 11, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is hosting a webinar for prospective applicants of the Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide...
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America’s School Mental Health Report Card
February 25, 2022
Inseparable’s Hopeful Futures Campaign has released America’s School Mental Health Report Card examining state policies that support school mental health. The document reports on...
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Webinar: CARE Best Practices for School Mental Health
February 25, 2022
The Central East Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (Central East MHTTC) and National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH) are...
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Action Alliance Webinar: Aligning the Field around a 988 Messaging Framework
February 25, 2022
The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention (Action Alliance) is hosting a livestreamed webinar that will present a framework for messaging about...
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OU Job Opening: SPRC Best Practices Registry Program Review Manager
February 25, 2022
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an SPRC best practices registry program review manager responsible for managing program review for an...
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When a Friend Dies by Suicide: Preventing Suicide Contagion
February 18, 2022
Answers After a student dies by suicide, parents and school staff can take important steps to reduce suicide risk among...
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What We Misunderstand About Suicide among Black Americans
February 18, 2022
TIME There is a common misconception that Black Americans are less affected by suicide than their White peers. In reality,...
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Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention Program
February 18, 2022
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for cooperative agreements for the Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth...
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Priority Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services
February 18, 2022
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has published a new notice of special interest identifying priority research opportunities in crisis response services....
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Recording Available: Advancing Suicide Prevention Training in Clinical Care
February 18, 2022
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has released recordings and transcripts of its recent virtual workshop to assess the state of...
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CDC Accepting Comments on Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids
February 18, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is accepting comments on proposed updates to the clinical practice guideline for prescribing opioids...
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness Waiver
February 11, 2022
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) has issued a temporary waiver to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program rules so borrowers can...
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NIDA Study on Intentional Drug Overdose Deaths
February 11, 2022
Researchers at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) have published a study that found intentional drug overdose deaths have recently declined...
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Acceptance Significantly Reduces Suicide Risk for Intersex Youths, Report Finds
February 11, 2022
NBC News Research from The Trevor Project found LGBTQ intersex youth are at increased risk for suicide, but feeling accepted by...