"Reducing loneliness is one of the most direct ways we can tackle mental health challenges related to suicidal thoughts, including depression, hopelessness, anxiety and substance abuse." afsp.org/story/forging-…

"'Dad' is strength and adventure. 'Dad' is riding Harleys and writing poetry. 'Dad' is who taught me my greatest lessons about survival — and my greatest lesson about loss." afsp.org/story/a-letter…

“I recently graduated, and because I am so invested in the cause of suicide prevention, am pursuing clinical psychology. I continue to work with Students Against Suicide as the Davis representative board member to AFSP’s Greater Sacramento chapter.” afsp.org/story/students…

“Organizing the walk is an absolute honor. It’s not only healing for the now thousands of people who attend, but it’s also healing for me. There’s a strength in being open and vulnerable in our grief.” afsp.org/story/finding-…

Listening, empathy, trust, and support inspired L.E.T.S. Save Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities. Find a presentation to learn how to reduce cultural stigma and foster conversations about mental health: afsp.org/letssavelives

“This shining star graduated with honors, achieved accolades as an accomplished musician, and was also an avid environmentalist, a loving and attentive daughter and sister… yet she struggled with depression and anxiety for over a decade.” afsp.org/story/voluntee…

Someone else in this world had experienced similar thoughts and feelings to those I had wrestled with for more than two decades. It suddenly struck me: perhaps talking with other suicide loss survivors would allow me to feel understood. afsp.org/story/connecti…

We all heal differently. No matter what your journey looks like, we're proud of you.

"It’s a wonderful thing to bring together not only those in our community who have been affected by suicide, but also their beloved pets, who for many have been so crucial in their own story of hope and healing." afsp.org/story/pups-and…

You are worthy of support and validation.

“Why didn’t my brother get the help he needed? I will never truly know the answer to that question… Now, when it comes to my own mental health, I think of Chris, because if I had wanted him to get help, I realize I have to want it for myself, too.” afsp.org/story/you-are-…

"Respect and love are lifesaving. When you can respect a person for who they are – not who you see them as – it can change and save their life. Especially when we are talking about LGBTQ humans." afsp.org/story/respect-…

“I would not have been able to cope with my own loss had it not been for the many people I have met and am now friends with, through AFSP. Volunteering in this organization’s loss and healing program has helped provide meaning to my experience.” afsp.org/story/being-th…

"In 1998, my family faced our first Thanksgiving without my son Mark, who had died by suicide 18 days earlier." afsp.org/story/thanksgi…

Talk Saves Lives provides clear, actionable insights to help save lives. Since 2015, the program has educated nearly 250,000 people on suicide prevention. 💙 Join the movement: afsp.org/chapters

"Along my healing journey, I have learned that my dad’s suicide does not define him. He was a husband, son, brother, and friend. He was my dad. My dad was the rock of our family, helping everyone and always bringing everyone together.” afsp.org/story/missing-…

Our 2024 Annual Report shares how we’ve reached over 1.1 million people, trained hundreds of leaders, and inspired thousands to walk, fundraise, and advocate for our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. afsp.org/AnnualReport

“I will make sure he knows that I inherited my dad’s desire and ability to run through walls on behalf of his son, and that help is always one sentence, one call, one text away, and that he should never be ashamed of seeking it.” afsp.org/story/how-will…

You are never alone. People in your life love and care for you more than you can see right now. Keep going—you matter more than you know. 💛✨

Casey Gaunt bravely shared about his loss journey in a job interview. Years later, after accepting that same job, Casey’s story may have saved the life of a close colleague, reminding us that every story has the power to save lives: afsp.org/story/i-know-y…