Designated to promote efforts that can potentially save lives, Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month is observed throughout September.During this pivotal month, Excelsior Springs Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions (ESHSLS) collaborates with mental health professionals across the nation to increase awareness about suicide and to advocate for education that could avert future tragedies.The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention reveals that 135 individuals on average tragically lose their lives to suicide every day, with an estimated 1.6 million suicide attempts made in 2022 alone, according to ESHSLS Program Director Carmen Smith. Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month is a critical time for self-reflection and reaching out to support others’ mental well-being. It is an opportunity for individuals to educate themselves on recognizing the signs of distress and understanding how to provide effective support. Taking these actions can have a signific...