"September is Suicide Prevention Month, marking an ideal time to break the stigma by speaking about it, providing tools, resources and education on how to help ourselves and others. The most important thing to remember is that suicide is preventable, and it's vital to notice the signs in ourselves and others before reaching the point of crisis."
"Dr.Nandini Collins, the CEO of Solace House in Long Island City, works every day to break the stigma through seminars, events and primarily through crisis outreach with their free and anonymous hotline for those who need someone to talk to, as well as those who have been bereaved by the loss of a family member or friend from suicide."
"Most recently, the nonprofit organization held the Sunset Boat Cruise on Sept. 18, one of their biggest fundraisers they have every year, to help them continue to provide free support to those in need in New York. Collins has been able to provide her expertise in not only recognizing warning signs in others if they are depressed or suicidal, but tips and tools for everyday use to help others recognize when they need to speak out to help prevent reaching a crisis point."
Daily overwhelm from busy schedules, bills, and life challenges can normalize into persistent anxiety and depression if warning signs are missed. Suicide is preventable, and observing warning signs in oneself and others before crisis is vital. Solace House provides free, anonymous crisis outreach and a hotline, offers seminars and events, and supports bereaved individuals. Fundraisers like the Sunset Boat Cruise sustain free services for New Yorkers. Educating the public about language and stigma, training people to recognize signs, and offering practical tips and tools help reduce stigma and encourage timely intervention to prevent escalation to crisis.
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