by beanstalk | Sep 3, 2024 | Blog, mental health services
In recent years, the national suicide epidemic has reached alarming levels, affecting individuals and families across the country. LFCS has seen how impactful suicide has been to our clients, their family & friends, and our community. As we work to address this...
by beanstalk | Sep 13, 2023 | Blog, community prevention, Counseling
In 2022, 49,500 people took their own lives in the U.S., the highest number ever*. Suicide is currently the 2nd leading cause of death for those ages 10-34 in Missouri. 1,177 Missourians died by suicide in 2021 (most current state data)**, while thousands more were...
by beanstalk | Sep 11, 2017 | Blog, Counseling, pregnancy services
September 11-16, 2017 According to the CDC, suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals ages 10-34. Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities. While the causes of suicide...
by beanstalk | Sep 8, 2016 | Blog, Counseling, youth development
Having suicidal thoughts? If you are feeling suicidal, or if you want to end your life, it’s important that you keep yourself safe. Try to remember that thoughts about taking your life are just thoughts. You don’t have to act on them, no matter how overwhelming they...
by beanstalk | Aug 26, 2016 | Blog, Counseling, Parenting
National Suicide Prevention Week – September 5 – 11, 2016 According to Communities Healing Adolescent Depression and Suicide (CHADS) Coalition, more children die from suicide in the 15-19 age group than from the top 6 medical causes of death combined....
