Download this Article Suicide can affect anyone. No group remains immune from this tragic occurrence. Some demographic groups like veterans and LGBTQ+ individuals have well-known
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Download this Article Depending on the traditions of a person’s specific Jewish community, a death by suicide can include all of the same prayers and
Download this Article Social, educational, and religious communities can be a protective factor and environment for those struggling with mental health—but they can also perpetuate
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Download this Article Her sister died of a drug overdose and it spurred her to “Quiet the Silence” in her personal and professional life: Her
Download this Article Talking to children about suicide can be challenging, but it is important. The language we use makes a difference—when talking to children
Download this Article Age-old Jewish burial practices include a ritual preparation of the body through washing, blessing, wrapping or clothing it in a white shroud
Download this Article There is no explicit biblical prohibition on suicide. However, the rabbinic authorities prohibit suicide in their interpretation of the verse “But for
Download this Article If you have concerns about someone’s language, behaviors, or emotions, talk to them. (See “What are the signs someone might be experiencing