Student Belonging & Suicide Prevention

Use these resources from JED, NAMI, Born This Way Foundation, The Trevor Project, and Active Minds to take action, helping your campus prevent suicide, reminding students about the support available, and building a sense of belonging.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Use TimelyCare‘s TalkNow for 24/7 emotional support.

A Sense of Belonging Reduces Suicide Risk

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for people aged 10-34. The CDC notes two key community factors that protect against suicide risk:

Feeling connected to school, community, and other social institutions
Availability of consistent and high-quality physical and behavioral healthcare

Building student belonging and access to support are essential parts of a comprehensive suicide prevention plan and positively impact retention. Read how cultivating a campus culture that puts a sense of belonging first helps keep students on track to reach their goals.

“We know now that when people struggle with things socially disconnected, over time, that it can have an impact on their mental health, increasing their risk for anxiety and depression … It also turns out that if we can invest in social connection, and building our relationships with one another, that can help us be healthy in the long run and can also make us feel good in the short term.”

Dr. Vivek Murthy
U.S. Surgeon General

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10 Signs a Student Needs Mental Health Support

Recognizing the need for mental health support is crucial. While signs of mental health challenges vary from person to person, learn about 10 common signs that indicate a student may benefit from support.

The Need for 24/7 Suicide Prevention

Does your school’s after-hours mental health care provide the support students need? Learn more about why 24/7 resources are needed, how they impact your campus, and how to effectively implement them.

A Sense of Belonging & Suicide Prevention

We asked some of the leading mental health professionals in higher education to share their insights about how fostering a sense of belonging can help prevent suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

Webinar
Student Belonging on Campus:
A Key to Suicide Prevention

Hear from leading experts in mental health, suicide prevention, and student engagement for a panel discussion on why creating an increased sense of belonging among students should be a part of your school’s suicide prevention plan.

Suicide Postvention Strategies and the Necessity of Virtual Health Care

The rates of mental illness and suicidal ideation continue to increase among college students. Read our white paper that offers resources for postvention, insights into how suicide impacts the student population, and strategies for a comprehensive plan that includes 24/7 support for students

39%

of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year

46%

of people who die by suicide had a diagnosed mental health condition

Over 60%

of college students meet the criteria for at least one mental health issue

44%

of college students report symptoms of depression, 37% experience anxiety, and 15% consider suicide.

90%

of people who die by suicide experienced symptoms of a mental health condition

39%

of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year

46%

of people who die by suicide had a diagnosed mental health condition

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Suicide Prevention Resources to Increase a Sense of Belonging

Active Minds

Active Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults. The organization is dedicated to ending the silence and changing the culture around mental health for everyone. Active Minds offers ways to talk about mental health.

The Jed Foundation (JED)

The Jed Foundation is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults, giving them the skills and support they need to thrive today … and tomorrow.

Born This Way Foundation

The Be There Certificate, created by Jack.org in partnership with Born This Way Foundation, is a free, self-paced learning experience designed to increase mental health literacy and provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to safely support anyone who may be struggling with their mental health.

NAMI

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s leading voice on mental health and works in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need.

Seize the Awkward

Starting a conversation about mental health does not need to be uncomfortable, and it can make all the difference. Check out these resources from JED, the Ad Council, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, to learn how to support a friend – or get help for yourself.

The Trevor Project

Each one of us can play a vital role in ensuring that all young people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, are provided with safe, accepting, and supportive environments at home, at school and in their communities. These resources from The Trevor Project can help you learn the signs, the facts, and how you can help prevent suicide.

Expand Campus Resources to Reach More Students

Keisha Jones, VP of student affairs at Davidson-Davie Community College, shares how virtual care keeps students connected to support beyond what campus resources can offer, with 24/7 support even in crises.

Deliver 24/7 Mental Health Resources to Students

Our higher education experts are ready to learn more about your school and share how to build student belonging by integrating a virtual mental health solution.

Student Belonging & Suicide Prevention

A Sense of Belonging Reduces Suicide Risk