Self Assesment Check
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“Suicide contributes little to the world, because you have so much yet to give.”
-General Charles Krulak, the 31st Commandant of the United States Marine Corps
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Self Assesment Check
Dedicated and committed to helping you determine the level of difficulty you are facing and connect you with immediate and self help resources.
“Suicide contributes little to the world, because you have so much yet to give.”
-General Charles Krulak, the 31st Commandant of the United States Marine Corps
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ASSESS
ASK
RESPOND
We Can All Prevent Suicide
Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
Take ACTION
Evidence shows there are actions we can take to help and show support to others.
Crisis HELP
Immediate counseling and support during critical times.
There is HOPE
Start the conversation; Provide support; Get help for those who need it.
We Can All Prevent Suicide
Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
Take ACTION
Evidence shows there are actions we can take to help and show support to others.
Crisis HELP
Immediate counseling and support during critical times.
There is HOPE
Start the conversation; Provide support; Get help for those who need it.
Self-Check Resources
Veterans Crisis Line
Self Assessment Tools
A self-assessment can help you find out if your feelings and behaviors may be related to treatable conditions:
Circle of Health Assessment
It’s okay to be notOK.
notOK App® is a free digital panic button to get you immediate support via text, phone call, or GPS location when you’re struggling to reach out.
Watch Video About the “notok” app
If you feel you are at risk for taking your own life seek help right away.
There are many ways to
get help
- Call 911 or go to your local emergency room.
- Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Veterans can call and then press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line.
- Text the Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 911).
- Text the Veterans Crisis Line at 988.
- Call your health care or mental health provider
- Reach out to a loved one or close friend
- If you are worried that a loved one is at risk for suicide, don't leave them alone. You should also:
- Encourage them to seek help. Assist them in finding help if needed.
- Let them know you care. Listen without judgement, and provide encouragement and support.
- Restrict access to weapons, pills, and other items that could cause harm.
You may also want to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 for advice and support.
Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
988 (then press 1)
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
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- US and Canada: text 741741
- Message us on WhatsApp at 443-SUPPORT
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Emergency Access Resources
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→ For Hearing Impaired
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→ War Vet Call Center
→ Women's Veterans Call Center
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