"YOU MATTER" | Ep. 35, Season 5

In this week's episode of the 3 Pillars Podcast we will be discussing suicide prevention and why YOU MATTER.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month – a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families and communities that have been impacted by suicide. It’s also a time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and share messages of hope.

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God bless you all.
Jesus is King.

“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬

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Resources for Those in Need

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health challenges, it is important to seek help immediately. The following resources offer confidential support:

-National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or 988
-Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)
-Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
-Military OneSource: 1-800-342-9647
-Safe Call Now: 1-206-459-3020
-American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP):⁠ www.afsp.org⁠

References

1) Joiner, T. E. (2005). Why People Die by Suicide. Harvard University Press.This book presents the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide, exploring key psychological constructs like perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness that contribute to suicidal behavior.

2) Van Orden, K. A., Witte, T. K., Cukrowicz, K. C., Braithwaite, S. R., Selby, E. A., & Joiner, T. E. (2010). The interpersonal theory of suicide. Psychological Review, 117(2), 575-600.This article provides a comprehensive overview of the interpersonal theory of suicide and outlines empirical support for its key components.

3) Sher, L., & Vilens, A. (2019). Suicidal Behavior in Military Veterans: A Review of Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(21), 4112.This review focuses on suicide in military veterans, identifying key risk factors such as combat exposure and trauma, while discussing prevention strategies tailored to this population.

4) Bryan, C. J., & Rudd, M. D. (2018). Suicide Prevention in Military and Veteran Populations. Oxford University Press.This book explores the unique factors contributing to suicide among military personnel and veterans and provides evidence-based approaches to suicide prevention.

5) Zalsman, G., Hawton, K., Wasserman, D., van Heeringen, K., Arensman, E., Sarchiapone, M., & Courtet, P. (2016). Suicide prevention strategies revisited: 10-year systematic review. The Lancet Psychiatry, 3(7), 646-659.This systematic review examines global suicide prevention strategies, discussing the effectiveness of various interventions, including access to mental health care and means restriction.