Suicide Prevention

The entire month of September is dedicated to suicide prevention awareness in the United States. Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities. It touches all of our lives. While its causes are complex and determined by multiple factors, the goal of suicide prevention is to reduce factors that increase risk and increase factors that promote resilience. Help prevent suicide here in Ontario County by learning the warning signs and where to get help. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/index.html