National Suicide Prevention Month

Summary#

The resolution recognizes suicide as a serious and preventable public health problem. It supports calling September National Suicide Prevention Month, making suicide prevention a priority, and improving access to mental health, suicide prevention, and substance-use disorder services. It also notes that suicide can have many causes and that prevention efforts may need to differ across communities.

What it means for you#

The resolution expresses support for raising awareness and improving access to prevention and treatment services. It does not specify new services or requirements for individuals.

Expenses#

The resolution does not specify expenses. It cites an estimate of $500 billion in annual combined costs associated with suicide in the United States.

Proponents' View#

The resolution describes suicide as preventable and a serious public health problem. It supports awareness, varied prevention strategies, and access to mental health and substance-use disorder services.

Opponents' View#

No publicly available information.