World Suicide Prevention Day

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. The Behavioral Health Administration’s Office of Suicide Prevention shares
World Suicide Prevention Day is a time to remember those affected by suicide, to raise awareness, and to focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it most. Honoring this day is an annual worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003.
All are encouraged to wear Yellow on Tuesday, September 10 to show support.

Additionally, the Local Behavioral Health Authority and Local Management Board office invites everyone to wear Teal and Purple on Tuesday, September 17 in support of both National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. For more information on National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, please visit samhsa.gov.