Suicide prevention day, awareness #shorts

hi guys this is Tamara from the Jew step Network and I'm here to talk to you because September is suicide prevention month I'm a licensed professional counselor here in the state of Virginia and this month we come together to raise awareness and offer support to those who may be struggling suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States over 40,000 people have died by Suicide that is one death every 11 minutes remember it's okay to reach out for help and equally as important to offer our listening ear to those around us together we can create a world where no one has to feel alone if you or someone you know needs support please don't hesitate to contact a mental health professional phone or friend or you can call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988 let's break the stigma and Foster open compassionate conversations about mental health your support and presence can make a world of a difference