By Joe Hathaway in Northeastern Oregon News Northeastern Oregon Top Stories
#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/JamesMentalHealthArticle
Find out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundation
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#CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy
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NORTHEAST OREGON — “Welcome to ‘Your Life Matters,’ a special project from the Elkhorn Media Group where we embark on a journey of compassion, understanding, and hope. In this space we aim to shed light on a topic that often lingers in the shadows: suicide awareness. Here, we believe in the power of conversation to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and create a supportive community for those who need it most.
Each month, we’ll share personal stories of resilience, expert insights, and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of mental health. Our goal is to foster empathy, dispel myths, and provide a beacon of hope for those who may be struggling.
Joe Hathaway recently spoke with Haley Hueckman, A Prevention Supervisor from New Directions Northwest in Baker City about a specialized training called Question, Persuade and Refer – or QPR – which teaches three simple steps that anyone can learn that can help save a life from suicide.
If you want to learn more on QPR training, you can contact Haley at New Directions at (541) 523-7400. If you or someone you know is in crisis, New Directions has a 24-hotline to speak with someone at (541) 519-7126.
Join us next month for another conversation on suicide awareness and prevention, as we as a community tackle this tough, but extremely important topic together.
Remember, your life matters, and so does the conversation surrounding it.
https://standingabovethecrowd.com/james-donaldson-on-mental-health-your-life-matters-a-look-at-suicide-prevention-awareness-and-mental-health-part-3/
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