September Health & Wellbeing Topic: Suicide Prevention and Recovery

September 8th is 988 Day. Take a moment to learn more about suicide prevention and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Engage and amplify the message of “No Judgment. Just Help.”

Check out the resources below or visit optumwellbeing.com/newthismonth/en-US to learn more. (Access Code: UMISSOURI)

Featured Articles

• World Suicide Prevention - September 10
• Suicide prevention resource and support
• Opioid use and misuse are growing
• Taking care of yourself when you're supporting someone through recovery
• Even your strong friends might need support
• 5 things that belong in your mental health emergency kit
• Mental health emergency? Call 988
• How to create a recovery support network

Worksheets

• Using positive affirmation to empower yourself

Featured Video

• A video resource for parents

Featured Training

Suicide Prevention

Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, according to WHO’s latest estimates so suicide prevention must be taken seriously. This training program raises awareness of the risk factors of suicide and how to intervene if you believe someone is at risk.

Register for a live 1-hour training session or use the on-demand option to watch the training when it’s convenient for you.

Member Benefits

All UMKC faculty, staff, and household members have access to Optum's Live and Work Well program (EAP). Program benefits include access to professional counselors trained to assist with stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, work concerns, financial issues, and family or relationship difficulties.

Sign in to liveandworkwell.com for mental health and emotional wellbeing support. Find care, explore your benefits and get help in a crisis. (Access Code: UMISSOURI)