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National Suicide Prevention Week is September 9-15

Did you know that a person dies by suicide every 14.2 minutes in the United States and that worldwide that number is even higher, with a suicide occurring every 40 seconds?

 Suicide is the 10th leading cause of all deaths in the United States and the 3rd leading cause of death among 15 to 24 year olds.

 The suicide rate on Long Island has tripled for 15-20 year olds since 2007.

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 Almost 1 million Americans attempt suicide each year.

 4.73 million Americans are survivors of suicide of a friend, family member or loved one.

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 In the U.S., Suicide is 50% more likely than Homicide!

Please join Response Crisis Hotline in supporting Suicide Prevention. 

Free Volunteer Crisis Counselor Training Program at SUNY Stony Brook begins September 22

Register for training and fill out an online application at www.responsehotline.org 

When suicidal intent or risk is detected early, lives can be saved. 

To get help, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or Response Crisis Hotline 631-751-7500.

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