10/09/2025
***depreventionday
10th September is World Su***de Prevention Day, a day to raise awareness about working together to create a place where fewer people die of su***de, obviously we want to do this year round, all day, every day but particularly today as if it helps one person reach out for support or encourages one person to check in on a friend or family member then this post was worth it
Statistically around ¾ of all su***des are males, this has been consistent since the early 90s. Every 90 minutes someone in the UK dies by su***de.
This years message is if you think someone is suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show that you care
It can be difficult to know if someone is having suicidal thoughts as people find it very hard to discuss. It can be frightening and confusing for them and for you – most people are surprised to find that 1 in 4 people experience suicidal thoughts
There may be signs such as:
distancing themselves or not replying to messages
talking about feeling worthless or hopeless
not doing things they usually enjoy
finding daily tasks difficult
using drugs or alcohol to cope with feelings
feeling angry or tearful
engaging in risk taking behaviours
but some people may show no external signs at all
How can we interrupt suicidal thoughts?
Just asking someone if they are ok, or letting them know that you have noticed they may be struggling with something could be all it takes, just a moment to connect with them and pause their thoughts
We have listed some support networks below that have lots of resources available
Cruse Bereavement Support
Switchboard LGBT+ Support Line
YoungMinds
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Su***de
Andys Man Club Rotherham
Mind
Samaritans
Sources: Samaritans, WHO, ONS
