World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on September 10 to raise awareness regarding the subject of suicide and the actions that can be taken to prevent these tragedies on a global scale.

In the UK, men are three times as likely to die by suicide than women.

In the Republic of Ireland, the rate is four times higher among men than women.

While there has been a reduction in the number of people completing suicide over the last ten years, the numbers are still worryingly high. World Suicide Prevention Day aims to start the conversation about suicide and to show that recovery is possible.

If you are wanting to learn more about how to how to spot suicide warning signs or how to have a conversation with someone you’re worried about, see the free 20mins training below:

20 minute suicide awareness training (zerosuicidealliance.com)