Suicide Prevention

Blue Star Support Circles: Upstream Solutions to Crisis has reached many caregivers, Veterans, military members, and their supporters in our effort to end Veteran suicide. A Veteran and physician share's his positive review of this program's training for suicide prevention.

This week, VA’s Office of Research and Development published three News Briefs highlighting research advances on a brain-computer interface for natural speech, suicide risk and hypertension.

VA’s SQUARES technology for reducing Veteran homelessness is marking its 10th Anniversary by expanding to tackle Veteran suicide prevention.

This week, VA’s Office of Research and Development published three News Briefs highlighting research advances in understanding Veterans' suicide risk and dementia.

Veterans Crisis Line trained responders are ready to help Veterans with suicide prevention and crisis resources no matter what they’re going through.

A Safety Plan can help Veterans facing a crisis. VA’s Safety Plan app was developed to help Veterans create their own unique Safety Plan.

Knowing how to talk about thoughts of suicide and when to reach out for support can make a lifesaving difference.

Veteran was trained to collaborate with fellow Airmen. Having his buddy’s six was important, and still is.

VA’s latest data shows a decrease in the suicide rate among women Veterans, but more effective interventions and support systems are needed.

The Veterans self-check assessment takes about 10 minutes to complete and has resources that can help if stress and depression are affecting you.

Our most recent annual report of Veteran suicide data highlights seven strategies to support Veterans.

VA S.A.V.E. training is a free, brief online or in-person course that can help you learn what to do if a Veteran you know is in crisis.