If you think someone might be considering suicide, take the first step & #BeThe1To ask. Ask directly, “Are you thinking of killing yourself?” I wish I’d asked Rader about suicide specifically instead of just asking if he was ok. Studies show asking directly can save lives. #spm20 pic.twitter.com/GfMLU9lBkJ
— Rader Ward Foundation (@RaderWardFound) September 2, 2020
In observation of Suicide Prevention Month, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will be releasing a series of graphics that will list the 5 steps you can take to help someone in suicidal crisis. I’ll post one each week throughout September. Learn more about them by visiting bethe1to.com. I also have a bunch of other resources to share, so stay tuned.