Suicide concerns us all, whether we are going through a period of distress or that we accompany a loved one in difficulty. Informing, identifying, maintaining the link are part of prevention citizen actions. And above all, devices exist to prevent these situations and offer suitable support.
With the first place 3114National suicide prevention number. Talking can be an essential first step, the 3114 is accessible 24/7. Free and confidential, it allows you to chat with trained professionals to listen, support and guide people in suffering as well as their entourage.
Other devices exist as Asma (Association for the prevention of suicide and adolescent evil) which has been set up to offer specific support and prevent suicide among adolescents.
Prevention involves training and collective vigilance. First help in mental health (PSSM) allow everyone to better identify signs of distress, to react in an adapted way and to orient people in difficulty towards appropriate aid.
Soon a special morning in Nice
In addition, the Sentinel network, made up of committed professionals and citizens, plays a key role in prevention by being a proximity relay for vulnerable people.
Training, listening, accompanying: we all have a role to play. Solutions exist to prevent suicide and help people in distress. Because each life counts. “Because you count for me.”
As part of the National Day of Suicide Prevention, the Local Mental Health Council of the City of Nice is organizing an awareness morning on March 10 at the Maison des Associations Garibaldi. It's free and open to everyone on registration on 04 92 17 44 92
