Thoughts: Statement by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention on Chester Bennington
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s website.
by Walter Price
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Nick Drake, John Spence, Tommy Page, Cliff Davies, Kurt Cobain, Chris Cornell, and now Chester Bennington. Just a few of the remarkable and ultra talented human beings that not only left an indelible mark on the world, but also they took their own life. Depression, mental illness, drugs, stress, and alcohol are just a few factors that could cause someone to reach their breaking point. If you or someone you know are suffering. Please get help.
“There is never a single cause for suicide. Suicide is the result of many factors that come together such as an underlying mental health condition and access to lethal means. We must do more to prevent such tragic deaths through greater awareness of mental health issues, common risks and warning signs, and effective interventions and treatments.”
Here is a message the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention posted recently after the devastating news that Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington took his life:
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NEW YORK (JULY 20, 2017) – We recently learned of the death of Chester Bennington, the lead singer of Linkin Park. Based on reports, we understand that Mr. Bennington died by suicide. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers its condolences to his family, friends, and everyone touched by Bennington and his music.
There is never a single cause for suicide. Suicide is the result of many factors that come together such as an underlying mental health condition and access to lethal means. We must do more to prevent such tragic deaths through greater awareness of mental health issues, common risks and warning signs, and effective interventions and treatments.
Media interested in learning more information regarding suicide, warning signs and prevention can visit our website at www.afsp.org. For insight on how to report on suicide: https://afsp.org/about-suicide/for-journalists/. It is important to NOT mention method of suicide in reporting as this can lead to possible suicide contagion, or “copycat suicide.”
If you need help right now, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741-741.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, and with a public policy office in Washington, D.C., AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
Contact: Alexis O’Brien, 347-826-3577, aobrien@afsp.org
Contact: Alexis O’Brien, 347-826-3577, aobrien@afsp.org