We asked autistic people for ideas about suicide prevention. Now we need your help to prioritise those ideas. If you’re autistic, with or without a formal diagnosis, please take part in our survey.

Astonishing claim. “Voluntary assisted dying is a form of suicide prevention.” Statistically false. Confusing to families. Sophistry. Word play.

New real-time suicide data have been published by Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, taking us to October 2024. National suicide rate isn’t rising - important at time of economic stress for many. No rise in men, women or any age group. Although, needless to say, no rate is acceptable. #suicideprevention

To inspire & encourage anyone looking to apply to be a baton bearer for this year's Tour, here's what some people said who took part in 2023. Click the following link & complete the form if you want to apply for our 2025 Tour: s.mtrbio.com/hoiupsvbwk 💙 #thebatonofhope #passiton

We are looking for autistic children & young people aged 11-18 to participate in a survey about improving the accessibility of CAMHS. Views can be shared by writing, recording a voice note, or drawing & labelling a picture. Link in QR code below or here: ljmu.questionpro.eu/ImprovingAcces…

NCISH are inviting clinicians to participate in a new study investigating the impact of patient suicide. If you complete an NCISH suicide questionnaire you will also be asked to complete a short survey to share your experiences. We thank you in advance for your support.

This article should be worrying for all #universities Universities UK UK Prime Minister please define #dutyofcare clearly for our #Students There's nothing certain about the circumstances when a DOC applies to students wonkhe.com/blogs/theres-n… via @wonkhe

Our NEW Annual Report 2025 is now available and provides findings related to people who died by suicide between 2012-2022 across the UK and Jersey. sites.manchester.ac.uk/ncish/reports/…

Peer support can be a lifeline after losing someone to suicide. It costs £50 to keep one support group running for a whole month. Visit the link in our bio to learn how you can fundraise or donate to SoBS today, and help us make a difference 💜 #SurvivorsOfBereavementBySuicide

Pets offer unwavering support, unconditional love, and a unique sense of joy that can't be replicated. Research consistently shows that having a pet can reduce stress, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness. How does your pet help support your wellbeing?❤️ #NationalLoveYourPetDay

One of our most important papers, just published, is not full of data. It describes a national #suicideprevention initiative in England, evidence-based, working with frontline agencies. NCISH working with NCCMH thelancet.com/journals/lanps…

Suicide loss can often bring up feelings of guilt - many survivors blame themselves for not 'seeing the signs'. While these feelings are common, it's important to know that a death by suicide is the result of many complex factors beyond any one person's control 💜

Save the date! Our 11th annual conference will be held on 8th May 2025.

We have opened up our clinician bereavement study to any clinician working in secondary mental health services in the UK who has experienced the death of a patient by suicide. You can access the participant information sheet and online survey here: buff.ly/nYNNPH9.

Grief can be a tough journey, and some days may be harder than others. If you are struggling today, here are some self-care tips to try. They might not work for everyone, so let us know what helps you in the comments below.❤️ Remembering a loved one: ow.ly/e8aK50Va755

Save the date! Our 11th annual conference will be held on 8th May 2025.

Happy #MothersDay to everyone celebrating. To those who find it difficult, for whatever reason, try to have a #GoodDay and find joy in your #friends and #loved ones or #nature.

New NHS guidance on suicide risk assessment published today. More personal & collaborative, no checklists. Driven by evidence & the experience of families, esp ⁦Philip Pirie⁩ & ⁦NCISH⁩ thetimes.com/article/fb942d…

Thank you Financial Times Miranda Green Kieran Smith for supporting my #suicideprevention campaign. New NHS guidance “Staying Safe from Suicide” must be implemented to help save avoidable suicides. For ALL mental health practitioners: NHS, private and charity. england.nhs.uk/long-read/stay…

The way we talk about suicide online is important.💬 Posting about methods of suicide can increase awareness of those methods and has been linked to increased rates of suicide. Check out the Samaritans' guide to posting about suicide safely online.❤️ samaritans.org/about-samarita…