This intervention was designed for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) teens and young adults to amplify and reinforce healthy social norms and cultural values, teach suicide warning signs, prepare youth to initiate difficult conversations with peers and trusted adults, encourage youth to access mental health resources (i.e., tribal clinics, ...

Children’s Safety Network

This notice announces the opportunity to apply for funding under the Children’s Safety Network (CSN) program. The purpose of this program is to increase the capacity of Title V agencies1 to adopt and implement evidence-based child and adolescent safety programs, practices, and policies, with a specific focus on injury and ...

Report: Suicides Among American Indian/Alaska Native Persons — National Violent Death Reporting System, United States, 2015–2020

This report analyzes National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) data from 49 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia to examine differences in suicide characteristics and contributing circumstances among Hispanic and non-Hispanic AI/AN populations, including multiracial AI/AN. Study findings and implications for public health practice are discussed. Learn more. ...

Resource: Preventing Suicide Requires a Comprehensive Approach

This infographic (PDF, 1 page) provides information and resources related to suicide and suicide prevention. The following topics are discussed: Populations at higher risk for suicide (e.g., veterans, Tribal populations, middle-aged adults, LGBTQ+ youth, certain industries and populations, people with disabilities, certain racial and ethnic groups) Regional suicide rates across the United ...

Resource: Risk and Protective Factors for Suicidality

This webpage outlines risk and protective factors for suicidal thoughts and actions at the individual, relationship, community, and societal levels. Additional suicide prevention resources are provided. Learn more.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Learn more.

Report: Multiracial LGBTQ+ Youth Face Heightened Suicide Risk

This report (PDF, 33 pages) is the first of its kind to exclusively explore the mental health and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth who are multiracial. The report provides within-group findings among multiracial LGBTQ+ youth to highlight different experiences among multiracial LGBTQ+ youth. Learn more. ...

Resource: The Impact of COVID-19 on College and University Students Who Self-Injure: Risks and Strategies for Mitigation

This page discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), a major predictor of suicidal thoughts and behavior, among college and university students. A collection of resources (PDF, 1 page) for students who self-injure is provided in addition to an outline of the roles that students, administrators, ...

Resource: Overdose Death Rates Increased Significantly for Black, American Indian/Alaska Native People in 2020

This page provides data and resources on the increasing racial disparities related to overdose death among Black and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) people, as compared to other racial/ethnic groups. Findings reveal that Black people 15–24 years old experienced the largest rate increase (86 percent) compared with changes seen in other ...

Resource: Hiding in Plain Site: Youth Mental Illness

This film, which premiered in June 2022, gives voice to the experiences of young people who struggle with mental health challenges and focuses on the importance of awareness and empathy. The television documentary is directed by Ken Burns and is available on PBS. Learn more.

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