Suicide is a significant public health issue that impacts individuals, families, communities, and society at large. Policies, programs, training, and resources are available to support suicide prevention as a top priority for the military. For more information on suicides in the military, check out Behavioral and Social Health Key Findings.
Decades of military surveillance and investigations have yielded information regarding military suicide rates and trends, risk factors and correlated health conditions (such as sleep disorders).
- Recognizing suicide warning signs, stressors can save lives - even your own
- Mixed messages can fuel stigma and prevent soldiers from accessing behavioral healthcare
For Immediate Concerns
If you or someone you know needs help now, contact the
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988 and press 1 for the Military Crisis Line or text 838255.
- The
Military Crisis Line
is a free, confidential resource for all service members, including members of the National Guard and Reserve, and Veterans, even if they’re not enrolled in VA benefits or healthcare.
The Defense Centers for Public Health and the Army Suicide Prevention Program are NOT crisis centers and do NOT provide counseling services.
Resilience
We learn to be resilient, and we can learn from the stories of others who faced challenges and overcame difficulties.
Leaders have an important role in building personal and unit readiness and resilience.
Community Resource Guide
Leader Resources
The Center for Army Lessons Learned (CALL) published guidance for command teams to implement an integrated suicide prevention program.
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