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Resources are available to help students and adults facing tough times

By |2023-09-12T15:47:12-07:00September 12th, 2023|Prevention|

Now that school is in full swing across the state and kids start to settle into their routines, it is important for family and friends to be aware of warning signs in kids that might require some extra attention. Recent cases of suicide in adolescents, which while heartbreaking, should serve as a way to show  [...]

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Working to achieve a goal of zero suicides

By |2022-09-21T12:33:01-07:00September 21st, 2022|Prevention|

As we mark national Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, I’m highlighting the new suicide prevention website at azhealth.gov/PreventSuicide that connects people with information and help.  Resources include:  Details on groups that are disproportionately affected groups including LBGTQ, older adults, teenagers, veterans, American Indians, and those who have survived previous attempts at self harm Local and national [...]

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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

By |2021-08-11T14:42:49-07:00September 21st, 2020|Prevention|

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on many stressors, including emotional hardships, that can impact the overall health and mental well-being of Arizonans. While measures to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, such as physical distancing, are necessary, it has never been more important for us to stay connected to the people we care about. Feelings [...]

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Suicide Prevention Mobile App Launches Today

By |2017-02-10T09:49:15-07:00March 11th, 2015|Behavioral Health|

The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released a mobile app this morning to help primary care and behavioral health providers identify suicide risk among patients. Suicide Safe is available for Apple and Android phones and tablets. A webinar explaining the technology will happen at 12:30 today. The event is full at this point, but a [...]

We Can Prevent Suicide

By |2017-02-10T09:49:29-07:00September 24th, 2014|Prevention|

This is national suicide prevention month. What can you do to prevent suicide?  Look for the warning signs: Those talking about wanting to die Those giving away their possessions Those feeling hopeless, or intensely lonely Those experiencing mental or physical pain Those increasing their use of substances Those discussing revenge Those demonstrating extreme mood swings [...]

September is Suicide Prevention Month

By |2017-02-10T09:49:30-07:00September 9th, 2014|Prevention|

In 2012, more than 1,000 Arizonans took their own lives, including more than 200 folks who had served in the military.  Suicide influences populations differently.  Nationally, the group committing suicide in the greatest numbers is elderly men.  In Arizona, we also have a high rate among American Indians.  Additionally, those with a serious mental illness [...]

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Start the New Year Off Right: Kick the Habit

By |2017-02-10T09:49:55-07:00January 15th, 2014|Prevention|

50 years ago this week the 1st Surgeon General’s report on the health dangers of smoking was published- and we’re still fighting the battle.  About 43 million Americans still smoke despite decades of warnings. Smoking kills more people every year than car crashes, suicides, murders, illegal and prescription drugs, and alcohol abuse combined (6,800 people [...]

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Behavioral Health Outreach Along the Border

By |2013-10-11T12:57:38-07:00October 11th, 2013|Behavioral Health|

We have two Regional Behavioral Health Authorities working to improve and protect mental health along the border. Cenpatico and Community Partnership of Southern Arizona (CPSA) offer specialized programs to help combat substance abuse and prevent suicide as well as to help those with behavioral health issues.   One of the CPSA-sponsored prevention activities near the border includes [...]

Local Suicide Prevention Day Event

By |2017-02-10T09:50:10-07:00September 4th, 2013|General|

We and Magellan Health Services of Arizona will host a webinar-based panel discussion on suicide prevention and intervention entitled "Closing the Gap to Zero Suicides" on World Suicide Prevention Day (Sept. 10).  The webinar will feature a panel of leaders from our team, Magellan, and the Veterans Administration.  The discussion will run from 10 - 11 [...]

Driving Suicides to Zero

By |2017-02-10T09:50:33-07:00April 10th, 2013|Behavioral Health|

Medical providers (doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, etc.) are invited to join Magellan for their Driving Suicides to Zero training Monday, April 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m.  The goal of the training is to help reduce the suicide rate by providing behavioral healthcare professionals with the skills, knowledge, attitudes [...]

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