Trigger Warning: Suicide will be discussed in this episode. Note this is for educational purposes only. If the discussion in this episode is triggering, please refrain from continuing listening. There are resources provided below if you feel the need to seek help and support.

In this episode, we discuss some important statistics surrounding suicide, what you should do if you or someone you know feels suicidal, and resources available for those seeking help as we end Suicide Awareness Month. Listed below are resources for more information and support.

• Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/update-on-988-in-indiana/)

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/): 800-273-8255 (tel:800-273-8255) (TALK)

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Online Chat Services (http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/gethelp/lifelinechat.aspx)

• Crisis Text line (http://www.crisistextline.org/): Text IN to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling.

• Trevor Project Lifeline (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/about/programs-services/) (confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth) 866-488-7386

•. Veterans Crisis Line (https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/)

(for military service members, veterans, and family):

Call

800-273-8255 (tel:800-273-8255)

and press 1

Text

838255 (sms:838255)

Support for deaf and hard of hearing:

800-799-4889 (tel:800-799-4889)

•Local Evansville Support (https://www.deaconess.com/Deaconess-Cross-Pointe/Community-Education)

• Homeless Veterans Chat (https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat/homeless-veterans-chat/)

• Youthline (https://oregonyouthline.org/)