Reach Out For Support
The Department of Defense takes the issue of suicide very seriously and is actively working to reduce the number of suicides. To learn more about suicide and how to prevent it take a look at the resources available to you.
Immediate assistance is available through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), service members and veterans choose 1.
Choosing the right words to talk to a loved one in crisis may be challenging, find help at:
Help Guide: Spotting the Signs and Helping a Suicidal Person »
Half of us: Help a friend »
Tools for maintaining peak psychological functioning are immediately available to service members, veterans and families:
Warriors from all services can receive information and assistance from the following programs:
Dial 800-273-TALK (8255), service members and veterans choose “1”
Promotes the processes of building resilience, facilitating recovery and supporting reintegration of returning service members, veterans and their families
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A variety of wellness resources for service members, veterans and families to include online assessments and workshops for topics such as depression, physical injury, post-traumatic stress, anxiety and anger
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A psychological health screening and referral program for military families and service members affected by deployment and mobilization. This voluntary and anonymous program is offered online, by phone, and through special events held at installations and reserve units.
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