Preventing Suicide You are not alone

Healthcare systems can: • Strengthen access and delivery of suicide care by providing easy access to affordable and effective care • Train healthcare providers in effective intervention, treatment, and follow-up for patients at risk for suicide • Cover mental health conditions on par with physical health

Convene multi-sectoral partnerships to plan, prioritize, and coordinate suicide prevention efforts with the greatest likelihood of preventing suicide • Partner with schools, workplaces, and community organizations to implement programs that create safe, healthy, and supportive environments • Track and monitor suicide trends • Share the best available evidence for suicide prevention States and communities can: • Implement comprehensive prevention, including prevention policies, programs, and practices with the best available evidence from CDC’s Suicide Prevention Resource for Action • Strengthen economic supports, including household financial security and housing stabilization policies • Promote safe and supportive environments, including reducing access to lethal means among persons at risk for suicide