A Safe Space: Digital Tools Supporting Mental Health

• By: Ting Ting Lee, MA National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• March 31st, 2021
• COVID-19, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Safe Space, Spring 2021 Issue, substance abuse, suicide, telehealth
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As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe last year, collectively, mental health challenges were intensified. With the pandemic, a series of lockdowns, restrictions, and preventative measures were put in place, forcing many of us into isolation, primarily interacting in digital spaces. We’ve also...

Socially Connected, Physically Distanced: How to Be There for Someone Experiencing Suicidal or Emotional Crisis During COVID-19

• By: John Draper, PhD Vibrant Emotional Health National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• October 1st, 2020
• COVID-19, emotional distress, fall 2020 issue, mental health, physical distancing, suicide, suicide prevention, warning signs
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While everyone is feeling challenged during COVID-19, it can be particularly difficult for those with existing mental health conditions or people who feel particularly lonely or isolated due to COVID-19. “Social distancing” recommendations, concerns about their own health and the health of...

Zero Suicide: Working Together to Save Lives

• By: John Draper, PhD Shari Sinwelski, MS, EdS National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• October 1st, 2015
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The death of Robin Williams in 2014 was an event that stunned the nation. He was a beloved man who brought laughter to so many people’s lives. His suicide stirred emotions in people as they pondered a myriad of questions. How could someone who had such a full life want to kill himself?” ...