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National Strategy For Suicide Prevention

Internet URL

http://www.mentalhealth.org/suicideprevention/default.asp  External Link

Sponsoring Agency

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

The National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (NSSP) represents the combined work of advocates, clinicians, researchers and survivors around the nation. It lays out a framework for action to prevent suicide and guides development of an array of services and programs that must be developed. It is designed to be a catalyst for social change with the power to transform attitudes, policies, and services. The NSSP Goals and Objectives for Action was published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in May of 2001, with leadership from the Surgeon General.

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Review Date

3/5/2007