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Suicide Prevention Month In The Era Of Covid: Why This September Is Different

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. With the rise of suicides due to the mental health crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic, suicide prevention and awareness are more important than ever.

By Meghan Dillon3 min read
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I have lived with anxiety and depression all of my life, and I struggled with suicidal thoughts as a teenager. There was a period in my life when I wouldn’t have cared if I didn’t wake up in the morning. It’s something I wouldn’t wish on anyone.