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- One life lost to suicide is too many.
- When we connect to protect, we build relationships and community that build resilience and protect against suicide.
- Mental health is health.
- Asking for help is a sign of strength.
- Members of the military community often face emotional or psychological concerns related to the stress of military life.
- The Department of Defense is working to eliminate barriers to care that military members face when seeking mental health support.
- Soldiers have the right to ask for help confidentially.
- Seeking care early can help address mental health issues before they worsen and prevent a crisis.
- Taking care of your mental health is an important and positive step in your military career.
- If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or thoughts of suicide, contact a healthcare professional.
- You are not alone and treatment can help.
- THE 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifebuoy is available at 988 by phone call, SMS or chat.
- Behavioral health resources like in transition program, Psychological Health Resource Center, Military OneSource resources, Chaplainspeer advice, anger management training, drug addiction programsTherapy and many other clinical and non-clinical programs can reduce the risk of suicide.
- Sometimes suicidal thoughts occur when a person feels overwhelmed by stress and emotions, or when they have a mental health problem.
- Suicide prevention is a top priority for the DOD. Suicide risk can be reduced by early identification of risk, implementing protective measures (such as crisis response planning and safe firearm storage), and access to evidence-based treatments conclusive.
- Feelings of isolation, avoiding others, and abusing alcohol or other substances can increase the risk of suicide.
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