For millions of Americans, living with a mental health disorder can get in the way of so many things. Work and relationships often suffer, and it can be difficult to find a job that will allow you to focus on your needs and make a living at the same time. This often means that individuals […]
Author: Melissa Howard
Melissa Howard firmly believes that every suicide is preventable. After losing her younger brother to suicide, she felt compelled to create an organization called StopSuicide. By providing helpful resources and articles on this website, she hopes to build a lifeline of information.
Suicide and Substance Abuse: How You Can Help a Loved One
According to recent studies, individuals who have been treated for alcohol or substance abuse are about 10 times more likely than members of the general population to die by suicide. The news is often filled with stories of celebrities and others in the public eye who battled a very private addiction and then ended their […]
