#Suicide affects many families, workplaces, services, #schools and communities

#Suicide arises from a complex interaction between many vulnerabilities, risk factors and triggers in a person’s life. However, #suicide can also be influenced by social and economic circumstances and differences between cultures and individuals’ experiences in society.

It is not easy to understand what compels a person to take their own life, especially for those who have never experienced such overwhelming feelings. Accurate information about #suicide is important in order to identify those who may need more support and to debunk some common myths about #suicide.

#James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleFind out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundationwebsite www.yourgiftoflife.org                            Order your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife:From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy

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Myth busting

To increase understanding about #suicide and to better support those affected by #suicide, we need to challenge commonly held myths and misconceptions.

Language and #suicide

People who are vulnerable to #suicide, or bereaved by #suicide, can be particularly impacted by language. Learn more about preferred language and talking about #suicide.

Key facts

Data and trends relating to #suicide in Australia can change over time. It is important to have accurate and up-to-date information about #suicide to inform planning, policy and practice.
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