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Tag: Suicide prevention

Our awareness of the challenges our sailors face and the respective countermeasures cannot be applied just during Suicide Prevention Month in September, but every month. - Our awareness of the challenges our sailors face and the respective countermeasures cannot be applied just during Suicide Prevention Month in September, but every month.

Suicide Prevention is an “All Hands on Deck” Evolution

Sept. 27, 2023

Between 2017 and 2023, the Navy lost 452 active component sailors and 62 reserve component sailors to suicide. While our suicide rate is below the comparable civilian rate, we must and can do better. The Navy’s efforts must be robust, designed and implemented effectively to help Sailors across the spectrum of care in order to reduce stress, to feel more connected, and to be better supported including their families.

NSWC Launches Suicide Prevention Training for NSW Spouses - Partners of West Coast based NSW Sailors attend the first suicide prevention training for spouses at Silver Strand Training Complex. Jeanne Lagorio, Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Force Suicide Prevention Coordinator, leads the training to raise awareness about suicides within the community and provide support to the spouses. The training aims to break down the stigma associated with seeking help for mental health issues. Naval Special Warfare is the nation elite's maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet's reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Destiny Cheek)

NSWC Launches Suicide Prevention Training for NSW Spouses

Sept. 26, 2023

Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC) hosted its first suicide prevention training for spouses of west-coast based Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Sailors, at the Silver Strand Training Complex, Sept. 14.