10/05/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/05/2024 07:49
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Psych Hub is dedicated to educating individuals and their families about mental health. Every Veteran's life is valuable. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. By coming together, we can combat the stigma surrounding mental health and show that there is hope, even in the darkest moments.
As we recently recognized Suicide Prevention Month, there is no better time to put our mental health at the forefront. We think about taking care of our physical health as prevention to not get physically ill, but equally as important, we need to think about protecting our mental health so we don't get mentally sick.
The problem is real. In 2022, there were 49,500 deaths by suicide in the U.S., making it the 12th leading cause of death in the country. Veterans are at a 57.3% higher risk of suicide compared to their civilian counterparts.
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If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive 24/7 confidential support. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. To reach responders, Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.