Mental Health Groups Concerned Over New 988 Suicide Prevention Hotline
The journey to getting a new national suicide prevention number started over two years ago. As we rapidly approach the finish line, many...
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Paraclete.Life
- Sep 10, 2021
- 1 min
LEARN the steps to prevent suicide
As today is world suicide prevention day, take a moment to remember these steps for suicide prevention. All of us can make a difference.
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Paraclete.Life
- May 20, 2021
- 1 min
US Suicides Decrease and Suicidal Ideations Increase in 2020
The experts are pretty shocked, but data shows that the number of suicides decreased over 5% from 2019 to 2020. A CDC survey conducted in...
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Paraclete.Life
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
How To Reach Out When People Are At Risk Of Suicide
There are ways to identify when someone you know may be at risk of suicide. People with thoughts of suicide are trying to decide which...
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Paraclete.Life
- Jan 14, 2021
- 1 min
The Gender Paradox of Suicide
Studies show that there are a number of gender differences in suicide. These differences are known as the gender paradox of suicide....
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Paraclete.Life
- Sep 1, 2020
- 1 min
Join the Shawnee County Suicide Prevention Coalition Virtual 5K Run / Walk
Join the virtual 5K and support suicide prevention month in our community.
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Paraclete.Life
- Aug 14, 2020
- 1 min
Suicidal Thoughts Surge During Pandemic
A recent CDC Study shows that more Americans are contemplating suicide. COVID-19 has elevated concerns about employment, safety, housing,...
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Paraclete.Life
- Jul 9, 2020
- 1 min
REACH Campaign Expands Suicide Prevention Efforts
Reducing suicide across America is the goal of the REACH. The campaign's mission is to educate all Americans that suicide is preventable...
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Paraclete.Life
- May 15, 2020
- 1 min
Moving Toward a Three-Digit National Suicide Hotline
The National Suicide Hotline Designation Act was passed unanimously in the Senate. The bill now goes to the House. Currently, the...
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Paraclete.Life
- Apr 2, 2020
- 2 min
Now Is The Time to Focus on Our Well-being
Now is the time that we must pay attention to our emotional well-being and the well-being of those we love as we cope with the challenges...
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Paraclete.Life
- Jan 20, 2020
- 1 min
Care Letter Study Reminds Us How to Reduce Suicide
As suicide rates continue to climb, organizations are returning to the care letter study of Dr. Motto. His work showed how sharing simple...
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Paraclete.Life
- Jan 2, 2020
- 1 min
2020 Schedule for ASIST Workshops
Paraclete Life is excited to announce the 2020 schedule for Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshops. We plan to...
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Paraclete.Life
- Dec 3, 2019
- 1 min
Use Giving Tuesday to Support Suicide Prevention
Please use #GivingTuesday as a way to support suicide prevention efforts in your community. You can make a difference today by...
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Paraclete.Life
- Nov 26, 2019
- 1 min
US Life Expectancy Rates are Declining Due to Suicide and Drug Use
The average life expectancy for Americans continues to decline due to drug overdoses, suicide, and alcohol. Click on the story to read more.
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Paraclete.Life
- Oct 18, 2019
- 1 min
Youth Suicide Rate Increases 56%
A CDC report shows that teen suicide rates have soared between 2007 and 2017. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens...
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Paraclete.Life
- Oct 3, 2019
- 1 min
Risk Factors and Warning Signs of Suicide
Suicide is complex. It is like a jigsaw puzzle with many interlocking parts and pieces. Looking for warning signs and knowing risk...
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Paraclete.Life
- Aug 26, 2019
- 1 min
Topeka ASIST Workshop October 21-22, 2019
Paraclete Life is excited to announce an Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshop is scheduled for October 21-22,...
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Paraclete.Life
- Aug 15, 2019
- 1 min
FCC Considers 988 as the New National Suicide Prevention Hotline
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a new three-digit, nationwide suicide prevention and mental health hotline. Click the...
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Paraclete.Life
- Aug 7, 2019
- 1 min
Air Force Orders Suicide Stand Down
Air Force leaders have ordered units to stand down for one day within the next six weeks to address recent suicide losses. Click on the...
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Paraclete.Life
- Jul 10, 2019
- 1 min
New Reports Show the Need for Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Efforts
Two new national reports underscore the critical role of identifying high-risk populations. Suicide rates have posted significant...
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