Disney star discusses 'encounter with God' while at his lowest point, struggling with depression, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts. #suicideprevention mycharisma.com/culture/disn...

The United Methodist Church has developed a new suicide prevention training course for faith leaders. The video series provides theological & practical tools to help leaders respond to crises, reduce stigma, and save lives. #suicideprevention www.iaumc.org/newsdetail/g...

Won Buddhism in South Korea seeks to train individuals "capable of providing emergency measures and lead suicide prevention efforts." #suicideprevention www.buddhistdoor.net/news/won-bud...

Why do Catholic-majority countries like Mexico and Italy have low suicide rates, while Catholic-majority Poland does not? #suicideprevention beyondtheseaoftrees.substack.com/p/why-do-cat...

Yemeni woman's death by suicide and allegations of forced marriage prompt calls for legislative reforms for women's rights. Warning: article does not follow safe messaging guidelines about suicide. #suicideprevention www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

Inside Suicide, a new four-part docuseries produced by the REMINDED project of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, seeks to encourage honest conversation, informed understanding, and compassionate response. #suicideprevention ted.adventist.org/news/lets-ta...

Private evangelical Christian college, Liberty University, hosts an Out of the Darkness suicide prevention walk to raise awareness and money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). www.liberty.edu/news/2026/04...

What to do if you’re thinking about suicide—evidence-based guidance. #suicideprevention www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/thre...

Concerns expressed about 'psychiatric euthanasia' as assisted suicide laws expand. "When euthanasia deaths are considered alongside suicides, assisted dying now accounts for a growing proportion of premature deaths among young adults, particularly young women.” www.send2press.com/wire/cchr-ra...

A revised conceptualization of the Spectrum of Suicide Prevention. Looking at five 'Action Domains' for prevention activities. #suicideprevention beyondtheseaoftrees.substack.com/p/the-spectr...

State-sponsored suicide prevention trainings for Wyoming residents include trainings specific for faith communities. #suicideprevention www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/health/2026-...

A new article published in the International Journal of Hindu Studies examines alcohol abuse, suicide, and gendered protest in Hindu ritual performances. www.elon.edu/u/news/2026/...

Indigenous Episcopalians to participate in suicide prevention training to help reduce one of the leading causes of death in Indigenous communities. #suicideprevention episcopalnewsservice.org/2026/02/27/i...

A simple Typology of Suicide Phenomena: Sub-types, Elements, and Motives beyondtheseaoftrees.substack.com/p/a-typology...

Representatives from the Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh and Hindu communities called for the Welsh Parliament (Senedd) to reject Assisted Suicide bill. www.christian.org.uk/news/faith-l...

Prominent Christian evangelist, who attempted suicide at age 10, shares his five strategies for fighting depression. churchleaders.com/news/2213888...

Comparing the theology of Augustine of Hippo to arguments for assisted suicide. "Augustine insists that suffering—however grievous—is not grounds for self-destruction." wng.org/opinions/you...

A new archdeacon says her difficult childhood and losing both parents (one to cancer, one to suicide) by the time she had finished university led her to finding her purpose in religion. www.bbc.com/news/article...

2020 Harvard Study: Regularly attending religious services associated with lower risk of deaths of despair. #suicideprevention hsph.harvard.edu/news/regular...

Introducing the 'Suicidality Prevalence Pyramid.' #suicideprevention beyondtheseaoftrees.substack.com/p/the-suicid...

Idaho House committee approves addition of suicidal crisis assistance to Good Samaritan law. #suicideprevention idahocapitalsun.com/2026/01/22/i...

Alongside motives such as 'escape' and 'revenge,' 'religious' motives exist for suicide. Many of the notable mass suicides in the 20th and 21st centuries have strong religious elements, although they at times cross over into the murder-suicide sub-type. www.britannica.com/topic/List-o...

Tetsuya Yamagami, assassin of Shinzo Abe, who's father and brother both died by suicide, connects his own previous suicide attempt to his mother's alleged financial exploitation by the Unification Church and subsequent neglect of her children. #suicideprevention www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/01...

"One of the many beliefs that I acquired during [my decades-long evolution from agnosticism to eccentric Christianity]—to my surprise—is that I should not decide when to end my life." #suicideprevention www.compactmag.com/article/how-...

We are deeply alarmed by the Administration’s decision to terminate federal grants that fund critical suicide prevention and behavioral health services and call for the immediate reversal of this decision. Read our full statement: afsp.org/story/americ... #AFSPadvocacy

The Catholic Church in India launches campaign to address mental health challenges: “We decided to take up mental health as a major concern and set up the structure in response to increased family conflicts, death by suicide among young adults, and even among [the] religious." tinyurl.com/4n35j775

Why are suicide rates so low in many Muslim-majority countries? And can we trust the data? #suicideprevention beyondtheseaoftrees.substack.com/p/why-are-su...

A landmark Supreme Court case in British Columbia, Canada begins today over whether publicly funded, faith-based hospitals can be legally compelled to provide assisted suicide / "medical assistance in dying" / euthanasia. www.catholicregister.org/item/3297-b-...

“Suicide happens because of loss of hope [and] social connection,” says Michelle Snyder of Soul Shop, an organization that equips faith leaders and congregations to minister to people impacted by suicide. “What if we became a church where no one loses hope and no one is alone?” tinyurl.com/4kaabcwd

Across decades of studies, religious involvement is often associated with lower suicidal behavior, particularly when measuring weekly+ attendance of religious services. Connectedness, meaning / purpose, moral objections to suicide, and lower drinking / substance misuse are cited. #suicideprevention

Religious groups encouraged to be part of the solution in the male suicide epidemic in Trinidad and Tobago. "Where are the churches, temples, and mosques in this battle against despair? ... Religious leaders need to take a hard look at their communities." newsday.co.tt/2026/01/04/u...

The 3D Model of Suicidality: Distress, Despair, and Disinhibition. #suicideprevention open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...

In November, the South Korean government and religious representatives (United Christian Churches of Korea, the Korean Catholic Bishops’ Conference, the Central Headquarters of Won-Buddhism, the Jogye Order) signed a historic agreement on suicide prevention. www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/s...

A historic moment - the Pope's November 2025 prayer intention focused exclusively on suicide prevention. “Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community..." #suicideprevention youtu.be/AcME5I05LOg?...

Happy New Year! In 2026, this account is transitioning from posting and sharing job opportunities in the field of suicide prevention to highlighting updates and resources about the topic of suicide in religions and faith communities around the world. #suicideprevention

Crisis Specialist (12am-8am). Crisis Center. Gary, IN. Full-time + benefits. $22.50 per hour. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e...

Program Coordinator, Life is Precious. Comunilife Inc. Poughkeepsie, NY. Full-time + benefits. $65,000 - $70,000 per year. Master's degree + 3-5 years experience required, licensure preferred. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b...

TSPN Executive Director. Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. Nashville, TN. Full-time. $82,000 - $90,000 per year. Bachelor's degree + five years experience required. #suicideprevention www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/ts...

Area Director, Arkansas. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Full-time + benefits. $68,700 - $75,000 per year. Bachelor's degree + two years experience required. #suicideprevention workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/defau...

Suicide Assessment and Prevention Specialist – NFusion Metro Program. Hinds Behavioral Health Services. Jackson, MS. Full-time. Master's degree + licensure required. #suicideprevention hbhs9.com/careers/suic...

Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator / Staff Counselor. Dartmouth College. Hanover, NH. Full-time. Master's degree + licensure required. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6...

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Crisis Intervention Specialist. NorthKey Community Care. Covington, KY. Full-time + benefits. $17.40 - $18.40 per hour. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b...

Hiring: Suicide Prevention Program Specialist in Spokane, WA! 🌟 Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/5150718/wdva-program-specialist-3-suicide-prevention-program-specialist-full-time-spok

Follow Up Coordinator, 988. Community Health Alliance - Ohio. Hamilton, OH. Full-time + benefits. $22.50 an hour. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f...

Area Manager – England South and East (Suicide Prevention) | Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide | Remote #Edujobs #EduSky www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/papyrus...

Case Manager. Life is Precious. South Hempstead, NY. Full-time + benefits. $45,000 - $50,000 per year. Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience + Bilingual (Spanish) required. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6...

Social Worker - Outpatient Psychiatry. University of Vermont Health's Suicide Care Clinic. Burlington, VT. Full-time + benefits. $35.78 - $53.67 per hour. Master's degree + licensure + 3 years experience required. #suicideprevention www.uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org/job/10398/so...

We’re hiring a YouthLine Regional Outreach Coordinator in Eastern Oregon! Remote role but must live in an Eastern Oregon county. Learn more + see all openings: https://ow.ly/aoBS50XvYMf

Major Gifts Officer. The Trevor Project. Remote. Full-time + benefits. $79,040 - $87,360 per year. #suicideprevention www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e...