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Dr. Karin Orvis, Director of Defense Suicide Prevention Office, Message on Suicide Prevention Month

Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman - A Chat About Mental Health

Gen. John and Laura Hyten's Message on Suicide Prevention: Connect to Protect

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff – Gen. Mark A. Milley's Message on Suicide Awareness Month

Former Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper Encourages All to Connect to Protect During Suicide Prevention Month and Beyond

Military Crisis Line

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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The 2019 VA/DoD Suicide Prevention Conference is underway. Please stop by the E...

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The 2019 VA/DoD Suicide Prevention Pre-Conference starts today. Registration is...

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Loss of a Loved One Tip #5: #BeThere for Yourself and Others. Eat healthy foods;...

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has a ton of resources available...

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

Today we honor the sacrifice and service of our Purple Heart recipients. #Nation...

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

One way to increase awareness, compassion, and inspire hope is to share your sto...

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:...

Discover how one U.S. Army Captain turned to journaling to help him get through ...

Healthy Ways to Manage Distress Tip #5: Write it out. Consider using a journal t...

Practicing mindfulness meditation can help you to better cope with stress and ma...

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