Suicide Prevention
Elizabeth Weiler
Domestic violence awareness with candlelight walk
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the U.S. have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner.4 months ago
Adam Small
USU opens new mental health fund in memorial of Coach Anderson’s fallen son
Utah State University hopes the Robert Cason Anderson Mental Health and Wellness fund will help provide resources to athletes and staff.4 months ago
Waverly Golden
Alex Boyé performs at Utah Suicide Prevention Concert
Alex Boye will be performing at a suicide prevention concert that has free admission. Tickets are already sold out.9 months ago
Aimee Cobabe and Kira Hoffelmeyer
Lawmakers approve bill inspired by Izzy Tichenor to track who gets bullied at school
Utah lawmakers passed a bill to require school officials to collect data on kids who are getting bullied. That data would include the victim's demographics.11 months ago
Mark Jackson
Scipio shelter-in-place lifted after two individuals taken into custody
The Scipio shelter-in-place was enacted after deputies responded to a residence on a report of an individual threatening self-harm.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
One person can be the light for someone in a dark place, says rabbi
Utah Rabbi Avremi Zippel is working to create a dedicated webpage for young Jewish professionals to help them help those in despair.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
Social-media envy got you down during Christmas? Doc has holiday tips.
Social media can unplug your Christmas lights, if you are not careful. A mental health expert stuffs your stockings with tips and advice on how to avoid sliding into holiday depression.1 year ago
Paul Nelson and Heather Kelly
Davis School District will investigate suicide of autistic girl
The Davis School District announced it is taking more steps to investigate the suicide of a 10-year-old girl.1 year ago
Heather Kelly
The Utah Jazz honor 10-year-old by donating $50,000
Utah Jazz honor 10-year-old Izzy Tichenor with a moment of silence before their game. The team also donated $50,000 to her family's campaign in her honor.1 year ago
Ladd Eagan, KSL TV
Mental health magnet being mailed to Alpine District parents
The postcard-sized magnet features information and telephone numbers for use in a mental health emergency.1 year ago
Dan Bammes
Thanks to youth, there’s less stigma when seeking suicide prevention help
There are many suicide prevention resources in Utah, especially for young people who are also leading the way in lessening the stigma.1 year ago
Dan Bammes
No surge in suicides during the COVID-19 pandemic
Utah officials say suicides did not increase during the pandemic, in part because the work the state is doing to prevent suicides is paying off.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
After daughter’s suicide attempt, mom wants to give kids tools to break free
After her teen daughter's suicide attempt, a mother is on a mission to give kids resources to fight against the stigma of seeking help.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth and Saige Miller
Inside Sources: Utah organization aims to provide mental health support to youth, adults
A mental health crisis is gathering, but the good news is the stigma surrounding mental health is easing, say two professionals who are on a mission to connect children and teens with mental health support.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Saratoga Springs police officer injured by knife in rescue attempt
Police say a Saratoga Springs officer is being treated after helping rescue a man in Eagle Mountain who wanted to end his own life.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Utahns walk 100 miles for suicide awareness and prevention
Suicide awareness and prevention are the goals of the Life's Worth Living Foundation, based in Tooele, Utah.2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
BYU study: Kindness to neighbors helps fight loneliness
Brigham Young University , BYU, completed a study on kindness to neighbors reporting it improves feelings of loneliness and connections.2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
CDC reports a surge in kids visiting the ER for mental health issues
A spike in the number of kids going to the ER for mental health issues. Many Utah hospitals are worried but haven't seen the surge.2 years ago
Brody Wooddell
New park bench provides a suicide prevention message, and a place to rest
An Illinois park now has a very special bench, with a message intending to raise awareness of mental health issues and suicide prevention.2 years ago
SARAH BLAKE MORGAN Associated Press
As suicides rise, Army brass reassessing outreach
Within the ranks of the storied 82nd Airborne Division in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, 10 soldiers have taken their own lives so far this year.2 years ago
Colby Walker
Bill to designate 988 as national suicide hotline number heads to president’s desk
Utah Rep. Chris Stewart's bill to create a three-digit national suicide hotline is heading to the president's desk. The Suicide Prevention Act would establish 988 as the national hotline number for those experiencing mental health emergencies.2 years ago
Dan Bammes
Utah suicide rate remains stable during the pandemic
Despite multiple additional stressors, the Utah suicide rate has remained stable through the spring and summer of 2020.2 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah County seeing spikes in mental health, domestic violence calls
Law enforcement is seeing a spike in mental health wellness and domestic violence calls since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in mid-March.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Utah launches three year, multi-million dollar suicide prevention campaign
Utah state leaders are launching a new suicide prevention campaign to stop the hundreds of suicides in Utah every year. They want people who are suffering to know where to turn if they need help, especially during trying times like a global pandemic.3 years ago
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