National Suicide Prevention Month timeline
- 2012
U.S. creates long-term prevention plan
It's called The National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. — and concludes that the goal of saving lives can only be achieved through a series of coordinated steps.
- 2004
A youth suicide prevention grant program is passed
The Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act creates the first grant program that specifically aids in suicide prevention.
- 2001
Crisis centers are established nationally
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) creates the country’s first program aimed at serving all persons at risk of suicide in the US via local, certified crisis centers.
- 1970
A suicide prevention task force is created
The National Institute of Mental Health assembles a task force in Phoenix to discuss the status of suicide prevention in the country.
- 1958
A suicide prevention center opens
Thanks to funding from the U.S. Public Health Service, the first suicide prevention center opens in Southern California.
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There are an average of 123 suicides each day in this country. It’s the tenth leading cause of death in America — second leading for ages 25-34, and third leading for ages 15-24. In order to create awareness and strengthen the fight against suicide, the entire month of September is Suicide Prevention Month. Participate in the fight by getting involved with local organizations and listening to those who need help.
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