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A Crisis Line That Calms With Texting and Data

David Bornstein

December 12, 2017 |

The New York Times |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

Anxiety, suicidal ideation, and depression are all alarmingly prevalent amongst Americans. Crisis Text Line lets you text immediately with a crisis counsellor when you need someone to talk to. The organization is growing and 86% of users report that the conversations are helpful.

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Saving Lives Via Text Message

Anya Kamenetz

November 26, 2017 |

NPR |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States

Preventing suicide and helping people when they feel most alone are big goals but they are exactly what 'Crisis Text Line' aims to do. This hotline allows individuals to text trained counselors when they are at their most vulnerable, the counselors can talk to them and reach First Responders if the situation warrants it.

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How Do I Protect My Students from Gun Violence?

Robyn Jordan

November 21, 2017 |

Bright Magazine |

Illustrations |

Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Washington

Preventing school shootings is difficult, but there are basic strategies that can curtail them and lessen loss of life. Those include limiting school access and making all visitors check in, ensuring intercoms and other technology work, but also working to prevent suicide so someone doesn't engage in a shooting to get themselves killed. Schools also need procedures in place for any crisis to ensure everyone is communicating and coordinating and children are reunited with approved family members.

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Here's What Actually Reduces Gun Violence

Peter Aldhous

October 02, 2017 |

Buzzfeed |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States

Among policy proposals to reduce gun violence the most effective are background checks and the use of focused deterrence by law enforcement. The latter is where police meet with community leaders and members of criminal groups to warn of harsh penalties for gun use, while also connecting people with resources to help them move beyond criminal activity. Laws that temporarily remove guns from those who may be suicidal or homicidal also show promise, but there isn't much data on them yet.

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How this ranch uses music therapy to prevent suicide

Ashley Bunton

September 15, 2017 |

Record Herald |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Washington Court House, Ohio

With a national mental health crisis on the rise in the United States, many young women facing depression and trauma often tragically turn to self-harm or even suicide in an attempt to cope. The Ranch of Opportunity in Ohio offers an alternative in the form of a peaceful and spacious environment where girls are encouraged and empowered through holistic treatments, particularly music therapy, to find positive outlets for stress and fear, and to implement sustainable strategies for pursuing a healthy life again.

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Mother shares story of teenage son's suicide: 'He never seemed depressed'

Kym Klass

September 14, 2017 |

The Montgomery Advertiser |

Multi-Media |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Alabama

Teenage suicides are gaining attention in order to prevent the "Silent Epidemic" of youth epidemic. Programs are now being implemented in schools to provide a place for students to get help, teachers are being educated about warning signs, and parents are also being educated about identifying children who are suicidal.

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Number of military suicides still high, but help is on the rise

Kym Klass

March 10, 2017 |

The Montgomery Advertiser |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Montgomery, Alabama

Military suicides has grown dramatically in recent years, and new programs are trying to educate and reduce the stigma of confronting mental health. A new 10-day intensive outpatient program has been implemented as well as other programs and resources.

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The Lone Peak story: What you didn't know about affluence and teen suicide

Jesse Hyde

December 14, 2016 |

Deseret News |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Highland, Utah

Young adult suicide rates are at record highs, and where issues such as trauma and poverty were once believed to be the primary causes, more and more affluent communities like Alpine, Utah are facing another factor: the high pressure on students to conform to a narrow and rigorous definition of success. By teaching parents and students to recognize early warning signs, establishing peer "Hope Groups," providing comprehensive counseling and treatment plans, and eliminating cultural taboos that prevent dialogue, communities like Lone Peak are starting to curb teen depression and suicide.

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India's Life Savers

Fehmida Zakeer

November 10, 2016 |

Bright Magazine |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: India, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Cyclones or floods could not close Sneha Center for Suicide Prevention in South India. This volunteer-run clinic is in the country with the highest number of suicides in the world. It is open 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, offering confidential support to people in distress. Since its founding in 1986, Sneha has received more than 350,000 calls, as well as in-person visits, emails, and postcards.

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How Texas — and the U.S. — Might Get to Zero Suicides

Libby Coleman

October 12, 2016 |

OZY |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Texas

Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors is a group that engages in "postvention," or comforting and supporting survivors of suicide. Survivors are more likely to be depressed or committed suicide themselves. Groups like LOSS connect this at-risk population with support and services.

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