Deaths by suicide are rising in New Mexico, NM Dept. of Health explains how to intervene

During the month of September, suicide prevention and awareness is being highlighted all throughout the country especially here in New Mexico where the numbers show us a bleak picture — suicide cases are on the rise.   In the latest episode of “Conversations Different,” lead Suicide Prevention Coordinator Clarie Miller from the New Mexico Department of Health talks about the implications of new data showing rising deaths in the state and how to provide support to people struggling with their mental health in times of crisis.   Miller discusses the importance of knowing where to find resources, like the Department of Health website, knowing how to use 988, the nation’s suicide prevention lifeline, and simply just knowing the appropriate things to say to someone regardless of the social environment.    If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and may have suicidal thoughts, visit the New Mexico Department of Health suicide prevention website, the 988 Lifeline website or call 988.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.