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