World Suicide Prevention Day

10th September

World suicide prevention day has grown into a global movement over the last 20 years, raising awareness and uniting people worldwide in a common goal to prevent suicide.

Suicide is the single biggest killer of men under the age of 45 in the country and suicides of teenage girls and young women has doubled in recent years. This day is all about raising awareness, reducing stigma and encouraging action to prevent suicide and suicidal behaviours.

We are highlighting the importance of the language used when talking about suicide, when talking to someone you fear is suicidal. It is important to talk and write about suicide responsibly. Using the right words and language is key to breaking the stigma. When you use words carefully you can create a safe space for people.

It’s normal to feel anxious about asking uncomfortable questions around suicide, but by asking those questions or starting that conversation you could save a life.

Use this day to break the stigma and have those important conversation.