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In the U.S., more than 54% of people have known someone who died by suicide. Still, researchers find reasons to hope as they learn more about the risk factors that can contribute to suicide and improved methods for prevention. Experts agree that all of us can play a part in preventing suicides by learning about risk factors, warning signs, how to limit access to deadly means and ways to respond.

Limiting access to deadly means is critical in saving lives.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide.
Suicide prevention experts are understanding more about the causes of suicide.
FACING SUICIDE was produced for Twin Cities PBS (TPT) & PBS by Barrat Media, 1904 Media and JWM Productions. Major support is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Margaret A. Cargill Foundation Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation and the Pew Charitable Trusts. Support is also provided by Eleanor “Ellie” Crosby through the Crosswols Foundation, Keith and Mary Bednarowski, David and Karen Olson Family Foundation and the Peravid Foundation.
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Explore the crisis of suicide, including risk factors and prevention strategies.
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