Published to Newsletter on Aug 18, 2025
Suicide Affects All of Us.
Everyone responds to suicide in their own way, there’s no single "right" reaction. Many myths surround suicide, and there's no set path for how survivors will grieve or how others should offer support. What is clear, is that we all have a role to play in prevention. By learning about the resources available both on campus and in the community, we can be better prepared to help. This knowledge is vital, because suicide is one of the most preventable causes of death.
In the U.S., someone dies by suicide every 11 minutes – that’s more than 130 people every day. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among college students, but it doesn't have to be. By joining suicide prevention efforts and learning about available interventions, we can all help save lives.
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Use this easy-to-remember, three-digit phone number to reach confidential support for people in distress. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7.
Agora Crisis Center
The Agora Crisis Center provides compassionate, non-judgmental help for anyone in need of emotional support. They are available 6 a.m. – midnight at (505) 277-3013. This service is free and confidential.
QPR Suicide Prevention Education
Learn the three-step QPR process: Question, Persuade, and Refer. This simple intervention can help instill hope in someone who is in crisis and can help prevent suicide. Our upcoming sessions include:
You can learn more about the QPR training here: https://hr.unm.edu/wellness/qpr.
Out of the Darkness Community Walk
Join the larger Albuquerque community in combating suicide by participating in the Out of the Darkness Community Walk. Organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Albuquerque walk is on Saturday, Sept 27 at 9:30 a.m., starting at the Albuquerque Civic Plaza.
Remember, suicide is preventable. If you or anyone you know is in crisis, please utilize these resources to get help.
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