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Suicide Prevention
| Untreated depression is the number one cause of suicide. Learn about depression and its symptoms, and discover some resources to combat depression. Also learn more about suicide and its causes, and enable yourself to help fight the battle of suicide prevention.
"Suicide prevention is everybody's business, and without your support, we cannot be successful in our efforts to further the Army's suicide prevention efforts."
- Mr. Walter Morales, Program Manager - Suicide Prevention/HIV/DNA Programs, Department of the Army
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Need Help Now?
Call the National Hotline at
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)! |
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VA's Suicide Prevention Hot Line - Toll-free 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Veteran's PRESS 1 (one) |
To ensure veterans with emotional crises have round-the-clock access to trained professionals, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has begun operation of a national suicide prevention hot line for veterans. Click Here for more information >> |
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Military OneSource
Real help. Anytime. Anywhere.
A Soldier and Family resource program to help make your life run a little smoother. |
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Suicide Prevention Resource Manual
Suicide Prevention, A Resource Manual For The U. S. Army outlines an integrated and comprehensive approach for the Army Leadership as they promote help seeking behavior throughout The Army Family. The materials in this manual provide resources for local commanders to institute a total Army community thrust to protect the force from self-destructive behaviors. |
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 Depression
Again, the #1 Cause of Suicide is Untreated Depression! Read this information on the symptoms of depression and the warning signs of suicide. If you feel that you are suffering from depression and have thoughts of suicide, PLEASE SEE YOUR DOCTOR! Most people can be treated by medication.
Need help Now? Call the National Hotline at 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)! |
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Suicide Prevention
Army to field new suicide prevention plan - The Army has developed a new suicide prevention campaign plan that officials said should be released to the field this spring. "Soldiers, Leaders and Communities Saving Lives" is the plan's title. It focuses on training people about how to recognize early signs of suicidal behavior and how to intervene. |
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Army Aims to Improve Soldiers'
Mental Well-being
With Army suicides on the rise -- approaching rates for the same demographic among civilians -- Army officials are evaluating their programs to see what more can be done to stop the escalation. |
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Army Suicide Prevention Program
The Army Suicide Prevention Program (ASPP) is an Army-wide commitment to provide resources for suicide awareness, intervention skills, prevention, and follow-up in an effort to reduce the occurrence of suicidal behavior across the Army enterprise. |
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Suicide Prevention Resources
Valuable resources and articles on suicide prevention, including the Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) Mental Health Advisory Team (MHAT) Report. |
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