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The Defense Suicide Prevention Office does not provide crisis services. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Veteran/Military Crisis Line for immediate assistance.

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DSPO Links

Data Surveillance & Analysis
- Annual Suicide Report
  Posted 09/26/2019
- DODSER Annual Reports
  Posted 06/16/2016
- Quarterly Reports
  Posted 06/16/2016
Plans & Policy Oversight
- Guides and Reports
  Posted 06/16/2016
- Policy
  Posted 06/16/2016
Suicide Data Repository

DSPO Social Media

It is okay to sometimes feel sad, frustrated, or angry. We all have days when we are not feeling like ourselves. Ho… https://t.co/19OPBQCtjF

Service members know that sometimes you may feel under extra pressure and stress. During this period, make sure to… https://t.co/J2LLqtDxBY

You do not need special training to support Service members and Veterans in your life. We can all do something to h… https://t.co/C6iwaGPuEN

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Small Steps Save Lives. Ensure your firearms are safely stored away and separate from ammunitions; also that all me… https://t.co/MhQ2SsksTg

If you are concerned someone you know is at risk of suicide, offer to help safely store their firearms. Always stor… https://t.co/2lUtDenNSw

Do you know the differences between suicide risk factors and warning signs? Download DSPO’s Risk & Warning Signs: H… https://t.co/GN6bElMbah

Wear yellow to support #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Tag DSPO, and tell us what activities and/or events that you hav… https://t.co/mucIWZsIhx

Today is the start of National Suicide Prevention Week. This week, and the rest of the month, we will share resourc… https://t.co/GE02OjSJI0

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When you ask how someone is doing and they respond, “I am good,” do you ever give it a second thought? Watch this s… https://t.co/n1EzVGVxjm

September is the start of Suicide Prevention Month. The theme for the month is “Small Steps Save Lives.” Ensure tha… https://t.co/NKIs4seBFT

We encourage you to share the suicide prevention knowledge & resources you have gained. Colleagues, friends, family… https://t.co/mrwITM3tAC

Thank you to all who attended this year’s DoD/VA Suicide Prevention Conference. We are grateful for your dedicatio… https://t.co/6wKcdjUluv

RT @DeptVetAffairs: VA has partnered with the @DeptofDefense and organizations nationwide to reach #Veterans where they live, work and thri…

RT @DeptofDefense: WATCH LIVE: The Honorable James N. Stewart provides comments on suicide prevention at the VA/DOD 2019 Suicide Prevention…

RT @VeteransHealth: As the #VADOD2019 Conference ends, remember that there are many ways to #BeThere to help prevent Veteran suicide. Click…

RT @DeptVetAffairs: At #VADoD2019 Suicide Prevention Conference right now in Nashville, @VeteransExperience staff are working with the #BeT…

RT @DeptofDefense: LIVE: The Honorable James N. Stewart provides comments at the VA/DOD Suicide Prevention Conference. https://t.co/EKLkfZz…

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Loss of a Loved One Step #4: Consider Counseling or Therapy. Individual, marital...

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Loss of a Loved One Tip #3: Get Involved. Join a bereavement group or survivor’s...

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Loss of a Loved One Tip #2: Take a Break. Look for activities that may distract ...

Loss of a Loved One Tip #1: Recognize the Stages of Grief. Denial, anger, bargai...

This week we are sharing the steps to take after the loss of a loved one. https:...

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