by Larry Richman | Sep 2, 2024
September is suicide awareness month. By learning to identify the warning signs of suicide, you will be better prepared to help someone in need. Watch the video below, Recognizing and Responding to the Warning Signs of Suicide, to learn about the behaviors that could...
by Larry Richman | Jan 3, 2024
In moments of crisis, people often display warning signs before attempting suicide. Recognizing these signs is crucial for providing needed support. Most people who attempt suicide do not want to die, but they are looking for a way out of the pain they are suffering...
by Larry Richman | Sep 19, 2022
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Over 800,000 people die by suicide worldwide every year. In the United States, suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group. The Church provides many...
by Larry Richman | Sep 7, 2020
The video “Choose to Stay” provides a glimpse through the eyes of a young man struggling with suicidal thoughts brought on by the stresses, pressures, and expectations of life. “I tried to smile and hide my darkness. I remember waking up on my 17th...
by Larry Richman | Sep 1, 2020
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Over 800,000 people die by suicide worldwide every year. In the United States, suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group. The Church of Jesus Christ...
by Larry Richman | Jul 10, 2020
In the Hope Works video from the Church, “Losing My Sister to Suicide,” Ganel-Lyn shares the gut-wrenching story of her sister’s suicide. She provides advice for those left behind and a message of hope to those contemplating suicide. The Church has...
by Larry Richman | Sep 5, 2019
The video “Choose to Stay” provides a glimpse through the eyes of a young man struggling with suicidal thoughts brought on by the stresses, pressures, and expectations of life. “I tried to smile and hide my darkness. I remember waking up on my 17th...
by Larry Richman | Sep 1, 2019
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Over 800,000 people die by suicide worldwide every year. In the United States, suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group. The Church of Jesus Christ...
by Larry Richman | Feb 11, 2019
Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles encouraged teachers to “talk to teens about suicide and love them out of considering suicide as a solution to their pain.” Elder Rasband spoke to 50,000 seminary and institute teachers in a devotional...
by Larry Richman | Sep 25, 2018
A new video from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gives you a glimpse through the eyes of a young man struggling with suicidal thoughts brought on by the stresses, pressures, and expectations of life. “I tried to smile and hide my darkness. I remember...
by Larry Richman | Sep 13, 2018
The article “Suicide: Myths and Facts” in the September Ensign helps us challenge myths about suicide and be better prepared to reach out to those who may need help. Did you know the following are all myths? Most suicides happen suddenly, without warning....
by Larry Richman | Aug 31, 2018
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Over 800,000 people die by suicide worldwide every year. In the United States, suicide rates have surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, with increases in every age group. As part of ongoing efforts...
by Larry Richman | Aug 15, 2018
As part of ongoing efforts to help prevent suicide, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sent a notice to all leaders worldwide inviting everyone to “take an active role within their communities to minister to those who have thoughts of suicide or who are...
by Larry Richman | Jul 26, 2018
In an ongoing effort to help prevent suicide, the LDS Church has released a series of hopeful videos — several of which come from Elder Dale G. Renlund — that encourage Latter-day Saints to listen to and love those considering suicide. Elder Renlund encourages...
by Larry Richman | Jul 10, 2018
Best LDS Resources to Help with Suicide The rising suicide rate is an issue of great concern. Life is a precious gift from God and each suicide is a tragedy. Our hearts and prayers go out to all who are affected by this serious concern. As followers of Jesus Christ,...