Ep57: Suicide Questions Answered

The Self-Aware Millennial

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide
On behalf of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, J.Mix's is answering questions from listeners about her experiences with contemplating suicide. J.Mix also reveals details on what led up to her recent "close-call."
The three questions she addresses are:
1) Did the medication contribute to the close call?
2) Do people who commit suicide experience some type of trauma?
3) How can I be there for someone who is in pain and considering?
If you would like your questions answered by J.Mix (OR someone else) on the show, please email [e-mail].
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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES provided by Mentalhelp.net:

• If you think you or someone you love may be struggling with a mental health disorder, call one of these numbers to learn more about various mental health conditions and connect with valuable resources near you.
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• If mental health difficulties are leading you to consider suicide or think about death often, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s national network of local crisis centers. This 24-hour hotline is available to anyone in crisis and provides free and confidential emotional support and crisis intervention.
  • Crisis Text Line: Text “home” to 741741
• This unique hotline is available via text message to anyone experiencing mental health difficulties or an emotional crisis. Highly trained counselors offer support and guidance to calm you down and make sure you are safe.
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
• If you’re ready to seek professional treatment for your mental health condition, SAMHSA’s helpline and web-based behavioral health treatment services locator can help you find information about treatment providers, therapists counselors, support groups, and community resources in your area.
  • Nationa

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Producer(s): J.Mix + Lefty Lucy
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