What should you do if someone tells you they're thinking about suicide? You may feel an immense amount of pressure, wondering the best way to respond.

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Nearly one-third of public-school students are Latino, bringing unique cultures, traditions, and identities rooted in dozens of countries into our schools. As we begin #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate Latino excellence in our schools & our work at ED. #HHM

It's #HispanicHeritageMonth! Let's celebrate the culture, achievements, and contributions of the Latino community. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available (in English & Spanish) ❤️ Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

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National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15 💙 Let's celebrate the rich heritage & significant contributions of Hispanic Americans to our history & culture. #HispanicHeritageMonth #LIVEUNITED

Learn and share the warning sides of youth suicide during #SuicidePreventionMonth. If someone is showing any of the warning signs, urge them to contact a mental health professional or #988Lifeline #SPM2024 #SPM24

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It's National Physicians Suicide Awareness Day. Physicians have one of the highest suicide rates of any profession. More than half of physicians know a physician has either considered, attempted or died by suicide in their career. Read and share these resources to #StopSuicide.

Suicide is a public health emergency. We need to invest in programs that support mental health and well-being. Together, we can create a world where everyone has the resources they need to thrive. samhsa.gov/suicide #SuicidePreventionMonth

Angry outbursts—whether verbal or physical—can be linked to past trauma affecting our emotions and impulse control. Try techniques like box breathing for a simple yet effective way to calm your nervous system. #LiveBeyondACEs #AngerOutbursts #BoxBreathing

People can call or text 988 via 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. No matter where you live in the U.S., you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help. go.nih.gov/xcDirDb #SPM24 #SuicidePreventionMonth

🗓️ Mark your calendars. The next webinar in our Clinical Pilots Series, Mitigating Toxic Stress with Mindfulness and Meditation, is scheduled for tomorrow, September 19, at 12 pm PDT with Dr. Laura Figueroa-Phillips, MD, MSCE. Register now at bit.ly/3B60eB0.

Mental health IS health—so take care of yourself and your mind. Visit samhsa.gov/mental-health for resources and support if you or someone in your life is struggling with mental health.

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