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Myths About Suicide by Thomas E. Joiner5/18/2023 ![]() ![]() However, suicidal ideation is not a brand or a label, it is a sign that an individual is suffering deeply and must seek treatment. Unfortunately, our society often paints suicide the way they would a prison sentence-a permanent situation that brands an individual. Within the past year, about 41,000 individuals died by suicide, 1.3 million adults have attempted suicide, 2.7 million adults have had a plan to attempt suicide and 9.3 million adults have had suicidal thoughts. ![]() You can also get crisis text support via the Crisis Text Line by texting NAMI to 741741. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, suicide or substance use crisis or emotional distress, reach out 24/7 to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) by dialing or texting 988 or using chat services at to connect to a trained crisis counselor. ![]()
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