American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. AFSP Georgia offers state-specific resources, programs and local events.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center – The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) is the only federally supported resource center devoted to advancing the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. Their website contains helpful information about suicide (scope of the problem, warning signs, risk and protective factors), effective prevention tools, resources and training opportunities.
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide – The mission of the Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide is to reduce the number of youth suicides and attempted suicides by encouraging public awareness through the development and promotion of educational training programs. Their website contains numerous resources for teens, parents and educators.
Stamp Out Stigma – Stamp Out Stigma is an initiative spearheaded by the Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and substance use disorders. This campaign challenges each of us to transform the dialogue on mental health and addiction from a whisper to a conversation.
Mental Health America of Georgia – Mental Health America of Georgia is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mental health challenges as well as promoting mental wellness throughout Georgia. MHA of Georgia’s mission is to enhance the mental health of all Georgians through education, outreach and advocacy.
NAMI Georgia – The mission of NAMI Georgia is to empower affiliates to create communities where all affected by mental illnesses find hope, help, and acceptance through support, education and advocacy.
American Association of Suicidology – AAS promotes the understanding and prevention of suicide and support those who have been affected by it.